Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors are highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Petone are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next house will be okay, 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 carry out an extensive inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Petone building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Petone. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer professional tips on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection finds it is possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Petone building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This assures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Petone Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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