Pre Purchase Building Inspections Longlands

Longlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Longlands home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports for Longlands are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and have industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope the new household will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Longlands pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Longlands

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Longlands building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Longlands. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the home that is going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what a home inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Longlands building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This will make sure that house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Longlands

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

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

Longlands Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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