Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wellington

Wellington Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Wellington house inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of Our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports for Wellington are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Wellington pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property in order to provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase has the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Wellington building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Wellington. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what an house inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a qualified Wellington building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

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

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wellington

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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