Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Harbour View home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Harbour View are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and have the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair and honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the home that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to be left with expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Harbour View building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It assures house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of services to the property (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 potential dangers such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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