Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Thorndon house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from One of Our building inspectors are extremely precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports for Thorndon are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Thorndon building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Thorndon. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Thorndon building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed 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. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

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

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

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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