Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Waiwhetu home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports for Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and have the industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home in order to provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Waiwhetu. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the household which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having access to your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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