Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pipitea

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Pipitea building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Pipitea. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and offer professional advice on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of an home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Pipitea building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pipitea

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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