Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Mount Cook house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports for Mount Cook are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold industrial quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

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

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Mount Cook

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property in order to offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report that includes photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Mount Cook building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or any indication that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

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

Mount Cook Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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