Pre Purchase Building Inspections Awatoto

Awatoto Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Awatoto home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is highly detailed. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports for Awatoto are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next house is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Awatoto pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Awatoto

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Awatoto building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Awatoto. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the results of a home investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Awatoto building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or signs that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Look 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 piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Awatoto

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Awatoto Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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