Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Harbour View house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports for Harbour View are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and have industrial standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Harbour View building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Harbour View. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house that is going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Harbour View building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It assures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What's Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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