Pre Purchase Building Inspections Raureka

Raureka Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Raureka home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our inspectors of buildings is highly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Raureka are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and carry industrial quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Raureka pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Raureka

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home and offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Raureka building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Raureka. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an house that is going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Raureka building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It will make sure that house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Raureka

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used 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 products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Raureka

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Raureka Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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