Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Mount Cook house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are incredibly precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Mount Cook are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and hold industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Mount Cook

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home as well as offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Mount Cook building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Mount Cook. Then, we spend a few 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 property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home which is likely create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what an home inspection uncovers it is possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Mount Cook building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having the home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Mount Cook Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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