Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Highbury home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors are very complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home and offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report including photos of any issues to ensure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Highbury building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Highbury. In addition, we will spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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