Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whakatu

Whakatu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Whakatu house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors are very precise. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports for Whakatu are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Whakatu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report that includes photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Whakatu building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Whakatu. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a certified Whakatu building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was built 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 piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whakatu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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

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