Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Highbury home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and have the industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope the new home will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Highbury building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Highbury. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly issues that might have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Highbury building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not face any nasty shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Highbury

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Highbury Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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