Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Waiwhetu home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors is very complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to ensure that the home that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Waiwhetu building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you specialist guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an house investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert 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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Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

A copy of the home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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