Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Petone house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Petone are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household is safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with the help of our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home along with offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Petone building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Petone. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a house which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what a home inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection it is imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Petone building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This assures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of the home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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