Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ngaio

Ngaio Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Ngaio house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors are highly complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Ngaio are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and carry industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next household is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Ngaio pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written building report including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Ngaio building inspector usually will take between one and a 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 within Ngaio. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Ngaio building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or signs that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ngaio

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

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

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

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