Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Petone house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors are extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports in Petone are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and have an industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price with the help of our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Petone

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Petone building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Petone. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what you find in a house inspection finds the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Petone building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having the house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Petone Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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