Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Upper Hutt home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors is extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports in Upper Hutt are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and hold industry quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine we can assist you to determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Upper Hutt

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home that you purchase has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Upper Hutt building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Upper Hutt building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment for the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Upper Hutt Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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