Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Kelburn home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors are highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Kelburn are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and hold the industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house will be okay, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using 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 report of the construction and photos of any issues to assure you that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Kelburn building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Kelburn. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report by an certified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it could be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What's Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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