Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report from one of the building inspectors are incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Aotea are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold an industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new household will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property as well as offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Aotea building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Aotea. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a house that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Aotea building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Aotea Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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