Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home 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 by one of the building inspectors is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our professional building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have an industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Highbury building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the household that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide expert advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the results of a home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Highbury building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It assures home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permission or approval.

Having the home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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