Pre Purchase Building Inspections Elderslea

Elderslea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Elderslea home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of Our building inspectors are incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Elderslea are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and have industrial standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next home will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Elderslea pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Elderslea

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property in order to offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you are buying has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Elderslea building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Elderslea. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a home that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by an qualified Elderslea building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Elderslea

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home 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 caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Elderslea

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Elderslea Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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