Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Petone house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by one of our building inspectors is incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Petone are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely qualified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household is safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Petone building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Petone. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide expert tips on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Petone building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed 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 cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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