Pre Purchase Building Inspections Grenada North

Grenada North Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Grenada North house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by an inspector of Our building inspectors are highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports for Grenada North are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely qualified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Grenada North pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Grenada North building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Grenada North. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is possible to end up with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Grenada North building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: 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 an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Grenada North

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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