Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings are highly precise. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Gracefield are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and carry industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property and offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Gracefield building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Gracefield. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer professional advice on how to proceed.

Based on what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly issues that might have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Gracefield building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window 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 alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed choice 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
• Plumbing & Drainage
• Downpipes & Spouting
• Foundations & Sub-floor Structure
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• The Hot Water System
• Paths & Driveway
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection