Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Aro

Te Aro Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Te Aro home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Te Aro are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Te Aro pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest detailed written building report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Te Aro building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Te Aro. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection uncovers it’s possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Te Aro building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Aro

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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