Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Ōtāne house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors are extremely precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports in Ōtāne are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely qualified and have the industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next household will be fine we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home as well as offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Ōtāne building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Ōtāne. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection reveals it is possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Ōtāne building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the best way it might 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 might need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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