Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Hastings Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Hastings house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors are highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports in Hastings are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope that your new home will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Hastings pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property along with offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Hastings building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Hastings. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better negotiating position when you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and give you professional guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a house without performing a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Hastings building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or signs 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.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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