Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Houghton Bay home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports in Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely qualified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be okay, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property in order to offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Houghton Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the home that’s going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Houghton Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, 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 Houghton Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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