Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fairfield

Fairfield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Fairfield house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from the one our inspectors of buildings are extremely thorough. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Fairfield are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely certified and carry industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Fairfield pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property along with offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Fairfield building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Fairfield. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the household that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a home inspection finds it is possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Fairfield building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it could be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fairfield

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of the house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Fairfield Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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