Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property and offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Thorndon building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Thorndon. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You are in a better negotiating position when you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that is going create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection uncovers it’s possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Thorndon building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This assures home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your household 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 pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review for the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permit or consent.

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

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

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