Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Harbour View house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are highly detailed. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports for Harbour View are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely certified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next household will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are buying has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Harbour View building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Harbour View. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a household that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and give you expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an home inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Harbour View building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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