Pre Purchase Building Inspections Khandallah

Khandallah Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Khandallah home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by one of Our building inspectors are very precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your 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. The expert building reports in Khandallah are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have an industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Khandallah pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Khandallah

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Khandallah building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Khandallah. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the household that’s going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide expert tips on how to move forward.

According to what an house inspection reveals it’s possible to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by an qualified Khandallah building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Khandallah

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study for the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Khandallah Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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