Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Houghton Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold industrial quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house is safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are buying has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Houghton Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a household that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

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

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

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