Pre Purchase Building Inspections Seatoun

Seatoun Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Seatoun house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our inspectors of buildings are very detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Seatoun are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price our Seatoun pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Seatoun

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Seatoun building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Seatoun. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an household that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Seatoun building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Seatoun

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Seatoun

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

Seatoun Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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