Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Houghton Bay house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Houghton Bay are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully certified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Houghton Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property in order to offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Houghton Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Houghton Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This assures home buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment of solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have the home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

Houghton Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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