Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wellington

Wellington Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Wellington house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

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

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports for Wellington are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new home is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Wellington pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Wellington building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Wellington. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the household which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Wellington building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. 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 is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wellington

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having access to your house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Wellington Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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