Pre Purchase Building Inspections Boulcott

Boulcott Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Boulcott house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is highly thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Boulcott are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and hold industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our Boulcott pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are buying has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Boulcott building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Boulcott. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a home inspection finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it is possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Boulcott building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Boulcott

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have your house inspection report available can help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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