Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingston

Kingston Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Kingston home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors is highly detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Kingston are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold industrial quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Kingston pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Kingston

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any issues to ensure that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what a home inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Kingston building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Kingston

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingston

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

Kingston Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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