Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Highbury house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings are extremely thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports in Highbury are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new home will be safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property in order to offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Highbury building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Highbury. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the household that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

According to what an home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Highbury building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or any indication that the house is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of access to your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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What Is Included 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
• The Hot Water Cylinder
• Paths & Driveway
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection