Pre Purchase Building Inspections Epuni

Epuni Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Epuni home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are very detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Epuni are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and have an industry quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next household will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Epuni pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Epuni building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Epuni. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Epuni building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Epuni

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study on the services on the premises (given reasonable 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 problems like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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