Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Mount Cook house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Mount Cook are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new home will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Mount Cook building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Mount Cook. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an household which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you expert advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Mount Cook building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will make sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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