Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Houghton Bay house inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors is extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports for Houghton Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Houghton Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a household that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you specialist advice on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

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

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Houghton Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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