Pre Purchase Building Inspections Cannons Creek

Cannons Creek Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Cannons Creek house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of the building inspectors is highly precise. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Cannons Creek are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and have industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Cannons Creek pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Cannons Creek

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Cannons Creek building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Cannons Creek. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what a home inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Cannons Creek building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Cannons Creek

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

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

Cannons Creek Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included 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 Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water Heater
• Paths & Driveway
• Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection