Pre Purchase Building Inspections Taita

Taita Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Taita home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports for Taita are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be okay we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Taita pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Taita building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Taita. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what a home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Taita building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Taita

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

Having your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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