Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Harbour View home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Harbour View are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and carry industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Harbour View

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Harbour View building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Harbour View. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Harbour View building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Harbour View Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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