Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Houghton Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors is very detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have the industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Houghton Bay

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We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property in order to offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report and photos of any issues to assure you that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Houghton Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

According to what a home inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

Having the home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Houghton Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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