Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Petone house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports in Petone are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using 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 exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Petone building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Petone. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on what a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Petone building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Petone

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks 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 require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Petone Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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