Pre Purchase Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Titahi Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Titahi Bay home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors are highly precise. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in Titahi Bay are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Titahi Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property and provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Titahi Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Titahi Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for a household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by an qualified Titahi Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This will make sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Titahi Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Titahi Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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