Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fernhill

Fernhill Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Fernhill home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports for Fernhill are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using our Fernhill pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Fernhill building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Fernhill. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an household that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what an home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Fernhill building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or any indication that the building is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the 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.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fernhill

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

Having the home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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