Pre Purchase Building Inspections Melrose

Melrose Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Melrose house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by one of Our building inspectors is very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports for Melrose are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and hold industrial standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Melrose pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written building report and photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Melrose building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Melrose. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what an home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan 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. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a qualified Melrose building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This ensures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Melrose

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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