Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingston

Kingston Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Kingston home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of our building inspectors is highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our professional building reports in Kingston are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, for the right price our Kingston pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Kingston building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Kingston. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a house which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a house inspection uncovers it’s possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Kingston building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingston

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

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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