Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Lower Hutt house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors is extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports in Lower Hutt are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of an home investigation finds it is possible to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Lower Hutt building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It assures house buyers do not face any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If the house was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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