Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waterloo

Waterloo Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Waterloo house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from the one Our building inspectors is extremely detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports in Waterloo are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using our Waterloo pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Waterloo building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Waterloo. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home investigation finds it’s possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Waterloo building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This assures house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waterloo

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having the home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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