Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Island Bay home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors are highly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will call you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next house is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the best choice at the right price with the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the home that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what a home inspection reveals it’s possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to be left with costly problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Island Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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