Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Aotea home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors are very thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports in Aotea are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with 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 sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Aotea building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Aotea. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Aotea building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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