Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Gracefield house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are extremely complete. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports in Gracefield are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely qualified and hold industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home will be safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right choice, for the right price the help of our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Gracefield building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Gracefield. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Gracefield building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

A copy of the house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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