Pre Purchase Building Inspections Porirua

Porirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Porirua home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from the one our inspectors of buildings is very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports in Porirua are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and hold an industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new household will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Porirua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Porirua building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Porirua. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an household that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Porirua building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Porirua

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study on the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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