Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aro Valley

Aro Valley Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Aro Valley house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Aro Valley are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely certified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home will be okay, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Aro Valley pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Aro Valley building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Aro Valley. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer professional tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Aro Valley building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This will ensure that house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed 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.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aro Valley

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What's Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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