Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Gracefield home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of the building inspectors are very thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports in Gracefield are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have the industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Gracefield building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Gracefield. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection finds it’s possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Gracefield building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study on the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of the home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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