Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Houghton Bay home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors are highly precise. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports for Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and hold the industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property in order to offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Houghton Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for an household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you expert advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Are you required to check it out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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