Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fairfield

Fairfield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Fairfield house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors are extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports in Fairfield are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely certified and carry industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next household is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Fairfield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Fairfield building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Fairfield. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and give you specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Fairfield building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It assures house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look 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 won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fairfield

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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