Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Mata

Te Mata Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Te Mata home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are very detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports in Te Mata are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next house will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Te Mata pre purchase building inspections.

A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Te Mata

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home and offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Te Mata building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Te Mata. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a home inspection finds it’s possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Te Mata building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This ensures home buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Complete Building Inspections Te Mata

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Mata

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Te Mata Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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