Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Highbury house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Highbury are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry industrial quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope the new household will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property and provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report that includes photos of any issues to assure you that the house you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Highbury building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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

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