Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Thorndon house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors are incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Thorndon are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and have the industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be okay, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property in order to offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Thorndon building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Thorndon. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Thorndon building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Thorndon Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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