Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Kelburn house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors is incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Kelburn are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right choice, for the right price our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Kelburn building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Kelburn. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an household that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and offer expert advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection finds it is possible to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to be left with costly issues that might have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Kelburn building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having access to your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered 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
• Hot Water Cylinder
• Driveway & Paths
• House Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection