Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Island Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings are very precise. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house will be fine we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home as well as offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any issues to assure you that the house you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Island Bay building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really need to check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an certified Island Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This assures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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