Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Island Bay house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide expert building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and hold an industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Island Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Island Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Island Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Island Bay

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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