Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mornington

Mornington Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Mornington home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors are incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Mornington are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and hold an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine we can assist you to make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price with the help of our Mornington pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home as well as offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report including photos of any issues to assure you that the house you are buying has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Mornington building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Mornington. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your potential new home. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could be left with costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Mornington building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This assures house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mornington

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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