Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Gracefield home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of the building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports for Gracefield are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and carry an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new home is safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Gracefield building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Gracefield. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide expert tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Gracefield building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

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

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have your house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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