Pre Purchase Building Inspections Crofton Downs

Crofton Downs Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Crofton Downs house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors is extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports for Crofton Downs are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industrial quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house will be fine, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Crofton Downs pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Crofton Downs building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Crofton Downs. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a qualified Crofton Downs building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Crofton Downs

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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