Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Ōtāne home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of the building inspectors is highly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports for Ōtāne are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household will be okay we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right choice, for the right price our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home and offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Ōtāne building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You put yourself 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 a house that is going create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide expert advice on how to proceed.

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

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an certified Ōtāne building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the house is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home 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, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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