Pre Purchase Building Inspections Epuni

Epuni Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Epuni home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Epuni are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and have industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Epuni pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Epuni building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Epuni. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer professional advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house investigation finds the house inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an certified Epuni building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Epuni

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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