Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Whitby house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one Our building inspectors is extremely precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports for Whitby are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have the industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property and provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Whitby building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Whitby. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you specialist guidance on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a house inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Whitby building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

The fact that you have your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by 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
• Paths & Driveway
• House Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of any Moisture