Pre Purchase Building Inspections Crofton Downs

Crofton Downs Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Crofton Downs home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings is very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Crofton Downs are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Crofton Downs pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Crofton Downs

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any issues to ensure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Crofton Downs building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Crofton Downs. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the household which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on what the completed jobs of a house investigation finds the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Crofton Downs building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Crofton Downs

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

Crofton Downs Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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