Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Waiwhetu house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is very thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our professional building reports for Waiwhetu are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home will be fine we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a house which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Waiwhetu building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers do not face any nasty surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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