Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Petone home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors is extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports for Petone are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and hold the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next home will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price, with the help of our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Petone building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Petone. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for an household that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how you can proceed.

According to what an house inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Petone building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It assures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review of solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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