Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Lower Hutt house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Lower Hutt are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to ensure that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Lower Hutt building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Lower Hutt. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better negotiating position by being fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Lower Hutt building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications 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 or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the home was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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