Pre Purchase Building Inspections Cannons Creek

Cannons Creek Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Cannons Creek house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors is highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports for Cannons Creek are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry an industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the best choice for the right price the help of our Cannons Creek pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an home inspection reveals it’s possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a qualified Cannons Creek building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It will make sure that house buyers do not face any nasty surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property 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 or any indication that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Cannons Creek

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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