Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Iona house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Iona are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new home will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Iona building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Iona. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what an home investigation finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Iona building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Iona

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

Iona Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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