Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Karori home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors is very detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports in Karori are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry an industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new house is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Karori building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Karori. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Karori building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

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

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of services for the building (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 like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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