Pre Purchase Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Titahi Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Titahi Bay home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

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

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports in Titahi Bay are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry an industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next house will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Titahi Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property and offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Titahi Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Titahi Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a home that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what the results of a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really need to check it out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Titahi Bay building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & 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 in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Titahi Bay

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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