Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Waiwhetu home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are extremely thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports for Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next house will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home and offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Waiwhetu building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the home that is going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection finds it’s possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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