Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has 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 one of Our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports for Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

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

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and give you specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This ensures home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could 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, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it might 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 reveal any issues which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of 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 items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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