Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Kelburn home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one Our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Kelburn are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Kelburn building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Kelburn. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home which is likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you specialist guidance on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This assures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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