Pre Purchase Building Inspections Boulcott

Boulcott Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Boulcott home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one the building inspectors are highly detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These expert building reports for Boulcott are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and carry an industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home is safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Boulcott pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are buying is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Boulcott building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Boulcott. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a home that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what an house investigation finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with expensive problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Boulcott building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Boulcott

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review 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 like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Boulcott 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
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Sub-floor Structure & Foundations
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water Heater
• Paths & Driveway
• House Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection