Pre Purchase Building Inspections Belmont

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Belmont building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Belmont. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a house inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Belmont building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

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 look for structural problems and any indications that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Belmont

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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