Pre Purchase Building Inspections Napier South

Napier South Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Napier South home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports in Napier South are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold industrial standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Napier South pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are buying has the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Napier South building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Napier South. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide expert advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Napier South building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Napier South

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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