Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Iona house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Iona are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property and provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Iona building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Iona. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Iona building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

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

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

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