Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Gracefield home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our inspectors of buildings is highly thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Gracefield are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry the industry standard liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be okay we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Gracefield building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Gracefield. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a home inspection finds the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Gracefield building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What's Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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