Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Waiwhetu home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors are incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. These professional building reports in Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new house will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property as well as offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Waiwhetu. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a household which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on what a house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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