Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Waiwhetu house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports for Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have the industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Waiwhetu building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that is going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide expert advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what a home inspection finds, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check 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 pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of services that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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