Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Kelburn home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors are highly precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports in Kelburn are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home in order to offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house that you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Kelburn building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Kelburn. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. 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 home was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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