Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Houghton Bay house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next home will be okay we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Houghton Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Houghton Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that’s likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide expert tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house investigation finds it’s possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Houghton Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given affordable 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 window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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