Pre Purchase Building Inspections Haywards

Haywards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Haywards house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Haywards are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry an industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new house will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Haywards pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Haywards building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Haywards. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Haywards building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long 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 that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of services that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of access to your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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