Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Houghton Bay house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of our inspectors of buildings are extremely complete. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports for Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and hold an industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price with the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report that includes photos of any issues to assure you that the home you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Houghton Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Houghton Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the household that is going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you professional advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This will ensure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

Having the home inspection report available can help you make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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