Pre Purchase Building Inspections Melrose

Melrose Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Melrose home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of Our building inspectors is highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports in Melrose are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new household is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Melrose pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property and offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Melrose building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Melrose. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what an house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Melrose building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

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

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Melrose

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the solutions that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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