Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hongoeka

Hongoeka Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Hongoeka home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our professional building reports for Hongoeka are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Hongoeka pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Hongoeka building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Hongoeka. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

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

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide expert advice on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a home inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Hongoeka building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hongoeka

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review for the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

A copy of your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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