Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Houghton Bay house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and hold industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home is safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report and photos of any problem areas to ensure that the home that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Houghton Bay building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Houghton Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home which is likely to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an certified Houghton Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

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

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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