Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pakowhai

Pakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Pakowhai home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings is very thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports in Pakowhai are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely certified and carry industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next home will be okay, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Pakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Pakowhai

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home and provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to assure you that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Pakowhai building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Pakowhai. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Pakowhai building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Pakowhai

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pakowhai

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of services for the building (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 potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

Having your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Pakowhai Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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