Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Waiwhetu house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of Our building inspectors are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports in Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next house will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Waiwhetu building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to be left with costly issues that might be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. It assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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