Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Highbury home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports in Highbury are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and hold an industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home will be safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct a thorough examination of your home in order to offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Highbury building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Highbury. In addition, we will spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a house which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an qualified Highbury building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Highbury

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services that the home receives (given affordable 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 as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

Highbury Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by 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
• Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection