Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hongoeka

Hongoeka Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Hongoeka house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of our building inspectors are incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports in Hongoeka are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price with the help of our Hongoeka pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Hongoeka building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Hongoeka. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection uncovers it is possible to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s fine. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Hongoeka building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hongoeka

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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