Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has 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 from an inspector of our building inspectors are very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Kelburn are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and have industrial quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next household will be safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property in order to offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Kelburn building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Kelburn. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for an home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Do you really need to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your 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. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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