Pre Purchase Building Inspections Porirua

Porirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Porirua home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors are very thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports in Porirua are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully certified and hold industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new household is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price our Porirua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Porirua building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Porirua. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the home that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you could 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 inspection report from a certified Porirua building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Porirua

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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