Pre Purchase Building Inspections Twyford

Twyford Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Twyford house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors are extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports for Twyford are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home will be okay we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Twyford pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Twyford building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Twyford. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of a home inspection finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Twyford building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Twyford

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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