Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Island Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors are incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

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

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Island Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It assures house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

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

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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