Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Harbour View house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports in Harbour View are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price 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 a thorough investigation of your property as well as offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Harbour View building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Harbour View. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of the results of a house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really need to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Harbour View building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Harbour View

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permission or approval.

Having access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Harbour View Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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