Pre Purchase Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Titahi Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Titahi Bay home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Titahi Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely qualified and have an industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Titahi Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Titahi Bay

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Titahi Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Titahi Bay. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

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

Depending on what the results of a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Titahi Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Titahi Bay

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Titahi Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Titahi Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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