Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Iona home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are extremely thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our professional building reports for Iona are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and have industrial standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next house will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Iona

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Iona building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Iona. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an household that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you professional guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Iona building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of access to your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

Iona Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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