Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Waiwhetu house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors is highly complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports for Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and hold an industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new household will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home in order to offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Waiwhetu. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what an home inspection uncovers, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

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

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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