Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Highbury house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors are incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for the household that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Highbury building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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