Pre Purchase Building Inspections Cannons Creek

Cannons Creek Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Cannons Creek house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

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

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports in Cannons Creek are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next household will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with the help of our Cannons Creek pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Cannons Creek building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Cannons Creek. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You are in a better negotiating position when you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what the results of a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly issues that might have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Cannons Creek building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would 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 which may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment for the solutions on the premises (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 potential issues like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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

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