Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pauatahanui

Pauatahanui Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Pauatahanui home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from one of our inspectors of buildings are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports in Pauatahanui are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely certified and carry the industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Pauatahanui pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Pauatahanui building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Pauatahanui. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

According to what you find in a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Pauatahanui building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you can 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 check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems, any signs that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pauatahanui

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require remedial attention.

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

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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