Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Whitby home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings are highly thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports for Whitby are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold industrial standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope that your new household will be fine we’ll 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 carry out an in-depth inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Whitby building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Whitby. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you expert tips on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Whitby building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having access to your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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