Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Newlands home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by one of our building inspectors is very precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. The specialist building reports for Newlands are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and have industrial quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new house will be okay, we can help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Newlands

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Newlands building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Newlands. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You are in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an house that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home investigation finds it’s possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Newlands building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. 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 because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Newlands Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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