Pre Purchase Building Inspections Horokiwi

Horokiwi Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Horokiwi house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors are extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Horokiwi are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Horokiwi pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Horokiwi building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Horokiwi. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the household which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on what a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Horokiwi building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This assures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home 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 when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how 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 highlight any areas that may need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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