Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Aotea house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Aotea are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope the new household will be okay we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property in order to offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Aotea building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Aotea. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide professional tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Aotea building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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