Pre Purchase Building Inspections Crofton Downs

Crofton Downs Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Crofton Downs home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors is very complete. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports for Crofton Downs are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industrial quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new house will be safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Crofton Downs pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Crofton Downs

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report including photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Crofton Downs building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Crofton Downs. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will offer expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really need to check it out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Crofton Downs building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Crofton Downs

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

A copy of the house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

Crofton Downs Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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