Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Ōtāne home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of the building inspectors are very detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports for Ōtāne are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next home will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, for the right price our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Ōtāne

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Ōtāne building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Ōtāne. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the household that is going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

According to what an house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an qualified Ōtāne building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This ensures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Ōtāne

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having the house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Ōtāne Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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