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 what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors are incredibly precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports in Totara Park are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely qualified and have an industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Totara Park pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Totara Park building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Totara Park. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you find yourself with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an qualified Totara Park building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will make sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Totara Park

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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