Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Waiwhetu home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors is highly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have the industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new home will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Waiwhetu building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It assures home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or signs that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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