Pre Purchase Building Inspections Totara Park

Totara Park Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Totara Park home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors are highly precise. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Totara Park are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Totara Park pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house that you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Totara Park building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Totara Park. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide expert tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to 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 home has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Totara Park building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. 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 has been known to leak. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Totara Park

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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