Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Mount Cook home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our building inspectors is incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Mount Cook are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and hold an industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next home will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Mount Cook

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Mount Cook building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Mount Cook. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Mount Cook building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and 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 may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

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

Mount Cook Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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