Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Island Bay house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Island Bay are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and carry the industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Island Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the house that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Island Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This ensures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure, issues caused by 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 from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can 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 identify any issues that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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