Pre Purchase Building Inspections Taita

Taita Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Taita home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports for Taita are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Taita pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Taita building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Taita. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare 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 home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Taita building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

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

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Taita

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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