Pre Purchase Building Inspections Naenae

Naenae Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Naenae home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings are extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports in Naenae are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be okay we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using our Naenae pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home as well as provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Naenae building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Naenae. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the home that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Naenae building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Naenae

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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