Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Mount Cook house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors are incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Mount Cook are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold industrial quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Mount Cook

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Mount Cook building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Mount Cook. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what an house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

The Reasons 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 real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Mount Cook building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could 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 have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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