Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pukerua Bay

Pukerua Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Pukerua Bay home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one Our building inspectors are extremely detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports in Pukerua Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and carry industrial standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Pukerua Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Pukerua Bay

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Pukerua Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Pukerua Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house that is going create headaches due to future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how you can move forward.

According to what an home inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Pukerua Bay building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

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

Thorough Building Inspections Pukerua Bay

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your 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 when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pukerua Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Pukerua Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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