Pre Purchase Building Inspections Alicetown

Alicetown Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Alicetown house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors is very detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Alicetown are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Alicetown pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Alicetown building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Alicetown. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a household which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you professional advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what the completed jobs of a house investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a 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

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Alicetown building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Alicetown

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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