Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Mata

Te Mata Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Te Mata home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors is extremely precise. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports in Te Mata are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry the industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next house will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Te Mata pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Te Mata building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Te Mata. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer professional guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a home inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Te Mata building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This assures house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt 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, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Mata

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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