Pre Purchase Building Inspections Takapuwahia

Takapuwahia Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Takapuwahia home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of our building inspectors is incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. The specialist building reports in Takapuwahia are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely qualified and have the industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next house is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Takapuwahia pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Takapuwahia building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Takapuwahia. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an home which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Takapuwahia building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Takapuwahia

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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