Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Island Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

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

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports for Island Bay are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and carry the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home in order to offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Island Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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