Pre Purchase Building Inspections Seatoun

Seatoun Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Seatoun home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by the one Our building inspectors are highly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Seatoun are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Seatoun pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home and offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Seatoun building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Seatoun. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an household that is going create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Seatoun building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It assures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Seatoun

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings 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 penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having the house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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