Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Petone home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is very detailed. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports for Petone are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new house is safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property and offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Petone building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Petone. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on what a home inspection uncovers, you may be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a certified Petone building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This makes sure that house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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