Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Island Bay home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new home will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home in order to provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the house you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Island Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an household that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a home inspection finds it is possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Island Bay building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or signs that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house 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 caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of the services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of the home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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