Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Highbury home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors are extremely thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Highbury are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Highbury building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection reveals it is possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Highbury building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair, 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

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick 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 door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have the home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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