Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Island Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors is very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have an industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next house will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home as well as offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Island Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Island Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a home investigation finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues 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-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

Having your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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