Pre Purchase Building Inspections Haywards

Haywards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Haywards house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of the building inspectors is highly complete. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports in Haywards are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using our Haywards pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Haywards building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Haywards. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Haywards building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Haywards

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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