Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waterloo

Waterloo Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Waterloo home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one the building inspectors are incredibly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Waterloo are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price the help of our Waterloo pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Waterloo building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Waterloo. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a home investigation finds it’s possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Waterloo building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. It will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waterloo

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having access to your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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