Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kenepuru

Kenepuru Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Kenepuru home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Kenepuru are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new house is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Kenepuru pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written building report and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Kenepuru building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Kenepuru. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Kenepuru building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kenepuru

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the services that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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