Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mornington

Mornington Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Mornington home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of Our building inspectors is highly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Mornington are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and carry industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next house is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Mornington pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Mornington building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Mornington. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on what a house inspection uncovers it is possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Mornington building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It will make sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household 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 piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it could be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mornington

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

A copy of your home inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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