Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ngaio

Ngaio Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Ngaio home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors is incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Ngaio are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have industrial standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Ngaio pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report including photos of any issues to ensure that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Ngaio building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Ngaio. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a household that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and offer specialist advice on how to proceed.

Based on what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Ngaio building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ngaio

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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