Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Thorndon house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors are very thorough. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Thorndon are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and hold industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with the help of our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Thorndon building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Thorndon. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the house that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Thorndon building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. It ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: 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 surface.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study of services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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