Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Petone home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Petone are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Petone

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are buying has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Petone building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Petone. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and give you professional tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to find yourself with some costly problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Petone building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Petone

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been 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: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment for the solutions 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 potential dangers such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

Petone Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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