Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Thorndon home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is very detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports for Thorndon are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold an industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new home is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price the help of our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Thorndon building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of 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 detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Thorndon building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or signs that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the services for the building (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 door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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