Pre Purchase Building Inspections Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Oriental Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings are very complete. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Oriental Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household will be okay we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using our Oriental Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report that includes photos of any issues to ensure that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Oriental Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Oriental Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that is going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection finds the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Oriental Bay building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Oriental Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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