Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Ōtāne house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are highly precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Ōtāne are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely certified and have industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home will be okay we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Ōtāne

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property in order to offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

According to what an home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Ōtāne building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Ōtāne

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Ōtāne Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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