Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Awanga

Te Awanga Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Te Awanga house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one the building inspectors are incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Te Awanga are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and have industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price the help of our Te Awanga pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Te Awanga building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Te Awanga. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an house inspection uncovers it’s possible use the report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to be left with costly issues that might be discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a certified Te Awanga building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Awanga

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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