Pre Purchase Building Inspections Horokiwi

Horokiwi Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Horokiwi home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors is extremely complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports for Horokiwi are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry industrial quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope the new household will be okay, 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.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property as well as offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Horokiwi building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Horokiwi. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

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

Based on the findings of an house investigation finds it is possible make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Horokiwi building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It assures home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Horokiwi

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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