Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Mata

Te Mata Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Te Mata home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports for Te Mata are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision for the right price our Te Mata pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Te Mata building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Te Mata. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house investigation finds it is possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Te Mata building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. It assures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or signs that the property has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Mata

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

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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