Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Mount Cook home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors is very thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Mount Cook are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and hold an industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Mount Cook building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Mount Cook. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Mount Cook building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It assures house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the services that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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