Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Harbour View home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly precise. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Harbour View are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new household will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Harbour View building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Harbour View. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer expert tips on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Harbour View building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Harbour View

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review for the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Harbour View Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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