Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Petone home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors is incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports in Petone are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and carry an industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new home is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Petone building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Petone. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection finds it is possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Petone building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

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Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study of the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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