Pre Purchase Building Inspections Epuni

Epuni Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Epuni house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Epuni are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next household is safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Epuni pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Epuni building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Epuni. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the household that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

According to what an house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Epuni building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Epuni

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What's Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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