Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Upper Hutt house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports in Upper Hutt are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and have the industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next house is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Upper Hutt building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a home that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Upper Hutt building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It will make sure that house buyers do not face any nasty shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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