Pre Purchase Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Titahi Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report by one of our building inspectors is very complete. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Titahi Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Titahi Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Titahi Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Titahi Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an household that is going create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what the results of a home inspection finds it’s possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an qualified Titahi Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Titahi Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

Having the house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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