Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Highbury home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors are extremely complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and carry industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be okay we’ll help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Highbury building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Highbury. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide specialist guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is possible to find yourself with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a certified Highbury building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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