Pre Purchase Building Inspections Longlands

Longlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Longlands house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings are highly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our professional building reports in Longlands are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industrial standard liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next household will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Longlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written building report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Longlands building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Longlands. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Longlands building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This makes sure that home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Longlands

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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