Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hataitai

Hataitai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A report on a building from an inspector of the building inspectors are extremely precise. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Hataitai are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope that your new house is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Hataitai pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Hataitai

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Hataitai building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Hataitai. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how to proceed.

According to what a home inspection finds it is possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an qualified Hataitai building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This will make sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hataitai

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Hataitai Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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