Pre Purchase Building Inspections Awatoto

Awatoto Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Awatoto house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of the building inspectors are incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports for Awatoto are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have the industry standard liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using our Awatoto pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Awatoto

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property in order to offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any issues to ensure that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Awatoto building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Awatoto. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property 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 professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Awatoto building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This ensures house buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Awatoto

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Awatoto

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard 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 original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of access to your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Awatoto Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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