Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingston

Kingston Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Kingston house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of the building inspectors are very thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Kingston are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard indemnity insurance. 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 you’ll be able to trust that the house will be okay, we can help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with the help of our Kingston pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any issues to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Kingston building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Kingston. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an household which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you expert advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home inspection finds it is possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to check it out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Kingston building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It will ensure that house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingston

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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