Pre Purchase Building Inspections Glenside

Glenside Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Glenside house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of Our building inspectors is extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports in Glenside are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new household is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Glenside pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Glenside

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property in order to offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Glenside building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Glenside. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer professional tips on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a home inspection finds it’s possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it is possible to end up with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Glenside building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of 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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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Glenside

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Glenside Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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