Pre Purchase Building Inspections Riverstone Terraces

Riverstone Terraces Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Riverstone Terraces house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by one of the building inspectors are highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports for Riverstone Terraces are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold an industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with our Riverstone Terraces pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written building report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Riverstone Terraces building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Riverstone Terraces. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer professional guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Riverstone Terraces building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This assures home buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the 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 cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to 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 guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Riverstone Terraces

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the services that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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