Pre Purchase Building Inspections Haywards

Haywards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Haywards home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of our inspectors of buildings are extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports for Haywards are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold an industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price with our Haywards pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Haywards building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Haywards. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide professional advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Haywards building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. It assures house buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Haywards

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

A copy of your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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