Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fairfield

Fairfield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Fairfield house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Fairfield are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and hold industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Fairfield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Fairfield building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Fairfield. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Fairfield building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

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

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fairfield

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report available will enable 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
• Drainage & Plumbing
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Sub-floor Structure & Foundations
• Roof & Roof Cavity
• The Hot Water System
• Driveway & Paths
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of Moisture