Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Island Bay house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings is very detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new home is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Island Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that is going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks good. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Island Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This assures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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