Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report by the one our building inspectors is very detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely certified and hold industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home along with offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report and photos of any issues to assure you that the home that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a home that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an house inspection uncovers, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. It ensures house buyers do not face any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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