Pre Purchase Building Inspections Horokiwi

Horokiwi Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report from one of Our building inspectors are incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Horokiwi are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and have industrial quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new home will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Horokiwi pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Horokiwi building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Horokiwi. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the household that’s likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what an house inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Horokiwi building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Horokiwi

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

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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