Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fernhill

Fernhill Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Fernhill house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors is very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Fernhill are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next household will be safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Fernhill pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Fernhill building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Fernhill. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the household that’s going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Fernhill building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It assures house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fernhill

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

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

Having your home inspection report in hand can 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
• Decks & Retaining Walls
• Drainage & Plumbing
• Downpipes & Spouting
• Foundations & Sub-floor Structure
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water Cylinder
• Paths & Driveway
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection