Pre Purchase Building Inspections Broadmeadows

Broadmeadows Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Broadmeadows home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is very detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The specialist building reports in Broadmeadows are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and hold the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Broadmeadows pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Broadmeadows building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Broadmeadows. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a household that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Broadmeadows building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This will ensure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Broadmeadows

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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