Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Karori home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors are very complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Karori are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Karori building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Karori. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

According to what the results of a house inspection uncovers it is possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Karori building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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