Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiohiki

Waiohiki Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Waiohiki house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from One of our building inspectors are very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Waiohiki are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using our Waiohiki pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Waiohiki building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Waiohiki. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a home which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to be left with costly issues that might have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Waiohiki building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiohiki

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having access to your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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