Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waterloo

Waterloo Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Waterloo home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of Our building inspectors are very precise. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports in Waterloo are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and have the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be fine we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price our Waterloo pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to offer you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Waterloo building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Waterloo. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for an house that’s likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how you can move forward.

According to what a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Waterloo building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home 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, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waterloo

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having access to your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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