Pre Purchase Building Inspections St Leonards

St Leonards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an St Leonards home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are incredibly precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports for St Leonards are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold an industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our St Leonards pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an St Leonards building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside St Leonards. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a house that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and offer specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection finds it’s possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified St Leonards building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections St Leonards

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review of services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

A copy of your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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