Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Newlands home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our building inspectors are very thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports in Newlands are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry industrial quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house will be safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the best choice for the right price our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the house you are buying has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Newlands building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Newlands. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Newlands building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

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

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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