Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Houghton Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors are extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports in Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision for the right price our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Houghton Bay

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Houghton Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Houghton Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the household that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist advice on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of an house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws 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 house is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

A copy of the home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Houghton Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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