Pre Purchase Building Inspections Clive

Clive Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Clive home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors are highly detailed. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Clive are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and carry industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with our Clive pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Clive building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Clive. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a home inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Clive 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 ensures home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Clive

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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