Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Lower Hutt house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are extremely thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Lower Hutt are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be safe we’ll let you determine if 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 investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are buying is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Lower Hutt building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Lower Hutt. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the house that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an home inspection uncovers it is possible make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Lower Hutt building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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