Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fairfield

Fairfield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Fairfield house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors are extremely thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Fairfield are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Fairfield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any issues to ensure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Fairfield building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Fairfield. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Fairfield building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fairfield

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions 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 such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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