Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Houghton Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings is extremely detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our professional building reports for Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and hold industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Houghton Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Houghton Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard 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 imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an home that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

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

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will take to removeit, 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 which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Houghton Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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