Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Aotea house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is very thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in Aotea are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained experts. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope that your new household will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property and offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report, complete with photographs of any issues to assure you that the house you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Aotea building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Aotea. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an household that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection uncovers it’s possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Aotea building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This assures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Aotea Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

• Exterior Cladding & Joinery
• Borer Detection
• Decks & Retaining Walls
• Plumbing & Drainage
• Downpipes & Spouting
• Foundations & Sub-floor Structure
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water System
• Driveway & Paths
• Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of any Moisture