Pre Purchase Building Inspections Tawa

Tawa Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Tawa house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors are highly complete. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Tawa are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold an industry standard liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be okay we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Tawa pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report including photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Tawa building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Tawa. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you professional advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of the results of a house investigation finds it is possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Tawa building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Tawa

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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