Pre Purchase Building Inspections Horokiwi

Horokiwi Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report by One of our building inspectors are very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports for Horokiwi are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new house will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with the help of our Horokiwi pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Horokiwi building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Horokiwi. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you professional advice on how you can move forward.

According to what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Horokiwi building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It will ensure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Horokiwi

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

Horokiwi Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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