Pre Purchase Building Inspections Broadmeadows

Broadmeadows Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Broadmeadows home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one Our building inspectors are extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Broadmeadows are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and hold an industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next house will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price the help of our Broadmeadows pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Broadmeadows building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality 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 inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for a house that is going create headaches due to future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house inspection finds the house inspector may allow you to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Broadmeadows building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Broadmeadows

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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