Pre Purchase Building Inspections Horokiwi

Horokiwi Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Horokiwi home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from One of our building inspectors are very precise. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Horokiwi are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Horokiwi pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

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

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to be left with costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Horokiwi building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Horokiwi

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Horokiwi

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

Horokiwi Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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