Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pipitea

Pipitea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Pipitea home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of Our building inspectors is highly precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Pipitea are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new house will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right choice, for the right price our Pipitea pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Pipitea

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Pipitea building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Pipitea. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an household that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on what an house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Pipitea building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Pipitea

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pipitea

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Pipitea Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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