Pre Purchase Building Inspections Khandallah

Khandallah Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Khandallah house 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 an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports in Khandallah are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope the new home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Khandallah pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Khandallah building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Khandallah. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what the results of a home inspection finds it is possible make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Khandallah building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Khandallah

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Khandallah

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Khandallah Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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