Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hongoeka

Hongoeka Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Hongoeka home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are extremely complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Hongoeka are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Hongoeka pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Hongoeka building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Hongoeka. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better negotiating position by being completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Hongoeka building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This ensures home buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or signs that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it might 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 reveal any issues which may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having the house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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