Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelson

Kelson Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Kelson home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide expert building reports for Kelson are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next household will be okay we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Kelson pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Kelson

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report including photos of any issues to ensure that the house you purchase is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Kelson building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Kelson. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an house which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what the results of a home investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

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 well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to find yourself with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Kelson building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Kelson

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelson

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Kelson Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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