Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hongoeka

Hongoeka Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Hongoeka house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors are extremely precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports in Hongoeka are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new house will be safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Hongoeka pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Hongoeka building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Hongoeka. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer specialist tips on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

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 is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Hongoeka building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hongoeka

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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