Pre Purchase Building Inspections Cannons Creek

Cannons Creek Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Cannons Creek home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

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

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports for Cannons Creek are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Cannons Creek pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Cannons Creek building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Cannons Creek. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Cannons Creek building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Cannons Creek

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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