Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Kelburn home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one Our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Kelburn are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and have an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Kelburn building inspector usually is between one half and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Kelburn. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what you find in a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have the house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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