Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Highbury house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one Our building inspectors is incredibly precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports for Highbury are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be okay we’ll let you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Highbury building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on 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 in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for a house which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to find yourself with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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