Pre Purchase Building Inspections Poukawa

Poukawa Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Poukawa home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Poukawa are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Poukawa pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Poukawa

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Poukawa building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Poukawa. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Poukawa building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Poukawa

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Poukawa Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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