Pre Purchase Building Inspections Epuni

Epuni Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Epuni home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors are highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports for Epuni are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and carry the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Epuni pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home in order to offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Epuni building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Epuni. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the house which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Epuni building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Epuni

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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