Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Island Bay home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is extremely precise. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports in Island Bay are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely qualified and carry the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property in order to offer you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what the results of a home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it is possible to be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This makes sure that home buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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