Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Gracefield house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our building inspectors is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports for Gracefield are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry industrial quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household will be safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Gracefield building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Gracefield. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a house that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what an home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Gracefield building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It assures home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of the home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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