Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Newlands house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of Our building inspectors is incredibly precise. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports in Newlands are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have an industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next house will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home and provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are buying has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Newlands building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Newlands. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Newlands building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Newlands

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

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

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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