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 exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors are highly complete. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold industrial quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you purchase is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

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

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This ensures home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the 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 has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of solutions that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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