Pre Purchase Building Inspections Elderslea

Elderslea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Elderslea house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors are extremely precise. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports in Elderslea are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and carry the industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new household is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Elderslea pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Elderslea

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Elderslea building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Elderslea. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective 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 choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a home that is going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will offer professional advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Elderslea building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Elderslea

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Elderslea

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Elderslea Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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