Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Houghton Bay home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly precise. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our professional building reports for Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely certified and have the industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next house will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property and offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying will be of the standard 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 at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. This is followed by 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. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a home that is going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what an house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It ensures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way 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 reveal any issues that could need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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