Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Awa

Te Awa Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Te Awa home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by one of Our building inspectors is highly thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Te Awa are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new house is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Te Awa pre purchase building inspections.

A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Te Awa

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Te Awa building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Te Awa. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and offer expert advice on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is possible to be left with expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Te Awa building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Te Awa

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

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

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Awa

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Te Awa Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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