Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Thorndon house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors are very precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports for Thorndon are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and carry the industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household is safe we can assist you to make sure 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 conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Thorndon building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Thorndon. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Thorndon building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This assures house buyers do not face any nasty surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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