Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Whitby house inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Whitby are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property along with provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Whitby building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Whitby. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide specialist advice on how you can move forward.

According to what a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Whitby building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

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

Whitby Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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