Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Island Bay home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors are incredibly precise. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports in Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and hold industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out an extensive examination of your home as well as provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for an household which is likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what an house inspection finds it is possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Island Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Island Bay

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment of the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permission or approval.

Having the house inspection report in hand 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 in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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