Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Iona house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports for Iona are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold an industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next household will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with the help of our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Iona

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property along with offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Iona building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Iona. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a household that’s going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of an house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons 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 is well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Iona building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Iona

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given reasonable 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 problems like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

Iona Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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