Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Upper Hutt home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of Our building inspectors is very precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Upper Hutt are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and carry the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next home is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price the help of our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Upper Hutt

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We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Upper Hutt building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the household which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what an house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Upper Hutt building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt 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.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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