Pre Purchase Building Inspections Horokiwi

Horokiwi Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer 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 an inspector of the building inspectors are extremely complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Horokiwi are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully certified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Horokiwi pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Horokiwi building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Horokiwi. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a household which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer professional advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Horokiwi building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Horokiwi

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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