Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingsley-Chatham

Kingsley-Chatham Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Kingsley-Chatham house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

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

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Kingsley-Chatham are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next house will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Kingsley-Chatham pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property as well as offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house that you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Kingsley-Chatham building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Kingsley-Chatham. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an house that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the results of a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report 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 Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Kingsley-Chatham building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

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

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingsley-Chatham

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of 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 of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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