Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Island Bay house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors is very detailed. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our professional building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new house will be safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any issues 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 lasts between one and half hours and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what a home investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you 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 a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Island Bay building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Island Bay

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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