Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Island Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are highly precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports for Island Bay are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully certified and hold industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a home that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what an house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is possible to be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a qualified Island Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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