Pre Purchase Building Inspections Boulcott

Boulcott Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Boulcott house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings are highly detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Boulcott are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right choice, for the right price our Boulcott pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Boulcott

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property and provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Boulcott building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Boulcott. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house that’s likely create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Boulcott building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in 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 price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Boulcott

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Boulcott Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in 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 System
• Driveway & Paths
• Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection