Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waterloo

Waterloo Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Waterloo house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

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

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Waterloo are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Waterloo pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Waterloo building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Waterloo. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection reveals it is possible to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Waterloo building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waterloo

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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