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 of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports for Whitby are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and have an industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new household will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you professional advice on how to proceed.

Based on what an home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a certified Whitby building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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