Pre Purchase Building Inspections Totara Park

Totara Park Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Totara Park house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors are highly complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports for Totara Park are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and have industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Totara Park pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Totara Park building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Totara Park. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a home that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional tips on how to move forward.

According to what a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Totara Park building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Totara Park

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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