Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Houghton Bay home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports in Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new house is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Houghton Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Houghton Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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