Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newtown

Newtown Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Newtown home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Newtown are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industry quality assurance for indemnity. All 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!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using our Newtown pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Newtown

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Newtown building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Newtown. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to end up with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Newtown building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Newtown

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been 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 can leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newtown

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Newtown Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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