Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Newlands home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly precise. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Newlands are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and have industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Newlands building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Newlands. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Newlands building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the house was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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