Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Harbour View house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors is incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Harbour View 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 hold industrial quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained experts. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an home which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a qualified Harbour View building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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