Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Highbury house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors is very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports for Highbury are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and have an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Highbury

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Highbury building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection finds the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a qualified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Highbury

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Highbury Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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