Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Aro

Te Aro Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Te Aro home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors is very detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports for Te Aro are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and have industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Te Aro pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Te Aro building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Te Aro. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Te Aro building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Aro

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What's 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
• Hot Water System
• Driveway & Paths
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection