Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pukahu

Pukahu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Pukahu house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of Our building inspectors are incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Pukahu are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and carry the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new house is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Pukahu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home in order to provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Pukahu building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Pukahu. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a house that’s going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Pukahu building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pukahu

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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