Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Petone home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors are highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports in Petone are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new house will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Petone building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Petone. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer expert tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a certified Petone building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of 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 issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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