Pre Purchase Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Titahi Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Titahi Bay house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are very detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports for Titahi Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry the industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next house is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with the help of our Titahi Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Titahi Bay

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Titahi Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Titahi Bay. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Titahi Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

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

Comprehensive Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Titahi Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Titahi Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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