Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Highbury house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors is very thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports in Highbury are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and carry an industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Highbury building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Highbury. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an household which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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