Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Island Bay home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

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

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These professional building reports for Island Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This assures home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it might 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 highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of services for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of access to your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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