Pre Purchase Building Inspections Trentham

Trentham Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Trentham home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Trentham are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold an industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope the new household will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Trentham pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home and provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Trentham building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Trentham. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Trentham building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It assures house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Trentham

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

A copy of the house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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