Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Ōtāne home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors is very precise. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports in Ōtāne are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and have industrial quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new house is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Ōtāne building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what an home inspection uncovers, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Ōtāne building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of the solutions that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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