Pre Purchase Building Inspections Longlands

Longlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Longlands home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings are incredibly precise. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports in Longlands are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and have industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household will be okay we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Longlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property in order to offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Longlands building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Longlands. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Longlands building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Longlands

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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