Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Ōtāne home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Ōtāne are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Ōtāne building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a home investigation finds the house inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Ōtāne building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory 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 like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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