Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Houghton Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors is very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The specialist building reports in Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold the industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

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

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

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

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

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as 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 part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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