Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lochain

Lochain Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Lochain house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors are extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our professional building reports in Lochain are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next home will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with the help of our Lochain pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Lochain building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Lochain. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a household which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Lochain building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed the time it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lochain

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

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

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

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