Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Houghton Bay house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

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

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss 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, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports in Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry industrial quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the best choice for the right price the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Houghton Bay building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Houghton Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a better position to negotiate by being completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

According to what an house inspection finds it’s possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Houghton Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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