Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Waiwhetu house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports in Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new house is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property in order to offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house that you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Waiwhetu building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Waiwhetu. In addition, we will spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an household which is likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not face any nasty surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

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

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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