Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiohiki

Waiohiki Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Waiohiki home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of the building inspectors is highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports for Waiohiki are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next home will be okay, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiohiki pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Waiohiki building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Waiohiki. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an home which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

Based on what the results of a home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s nice. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Waiohiki building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiohiki

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings 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 wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What's Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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