Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Petone house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors is very precise. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Petone are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new household is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Petone building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Petone. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional advice on how you can proceed.

According to what you find in a house inspection uncovers, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Petone building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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