Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Kelburn home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors is very thorough. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports in Kelburn are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely certified and carry industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Kelburn building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Kelburn. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a house that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide professional tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house inspection finds it’s possible use the report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Kelburn building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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