Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Waiwhetu house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

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

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports for Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next home will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what a home investigation finds it’s possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the house is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings 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 , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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