Pre Purchase Building Inspections Birchville

Birchville Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Birchville home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Birchville are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Birchville pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property along with offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Birchville building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Birchville. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection finds, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Birchville building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the 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 has been known to leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Birchville

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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