Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Highbury home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of Our building inspectors are extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have an industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken 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 rely on the fact that your new house is safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Highbury building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Highbury building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This will ensure that home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: 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. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations , as well as 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 , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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