Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pinehaven

Pinehaven Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A report on a building from One of our building inspectors are very thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in Pinehaven are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Pinehaven pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Pinehaven building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Pinehaven. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Pinehaven building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pinehaven

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of the solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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