Pre Purchase Building Inspections Johnsonville

Johnsonville Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Johnsonville home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports in Johnsonville are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price with the help of our Johnsonville pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Johnsonville building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Johnsonville. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what you find in a home inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home has a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Johnsonville building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Johnsonville

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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