Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pakowhai

Pakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Pakowhai house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is very detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Pakowhai are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry an industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next house will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Pakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home and provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report including photos of any issues to assure you that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Pakowhai building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Pakowhai. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home inspection uncovers, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Pakowhai building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pakowhai

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, 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 part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What's Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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