Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Aro

Te Aro Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Te Aro home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors is extremely complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports in Te Aro are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and hold the industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next household will be safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Te Aro pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Te Aro

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Te Aro building inspector usually is between one half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Te Aro. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a home that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Te Aro building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will make sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Te Aro

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Aro

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of access to your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Te Aro Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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