Pre Purchase Building Inspections Broadmeadows

Broadmeadows Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Broadmeadows home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors is very thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Broadmeadows are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price the help of our Broadmeadows pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Broadmeadows building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Broadmeadows. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to end up with some costly issues that might be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Broadmeadows building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Broadmeadows

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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