Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Mount Cook house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings is highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports for Mount Cook are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Mount Cook building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Mount Cook. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing 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 better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an household that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection finds it’s possible use the report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Mount Cook building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It assures house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having the home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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