Pre Purchase Building Inspections Haumoana

Haumoana Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Haumoana home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from One of our building inspectors is very detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Haumoana are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new home will be fine we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Haumoana pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property in order to offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Haumoana building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Haumoana. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house that is going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a home inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Haumoana building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look 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 are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If the home was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Haumoana

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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