Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Petone home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports in Petone are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Petone building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Petone. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for the household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Petone building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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