Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Highbury home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

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

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Highbury are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home and provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Highbury building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a home investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a certified Highbury building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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