Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Karori home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors is very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Karori are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely qualified and have industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope that your new household will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property and provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Karori building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Karori. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the results of a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Karori building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It will ensure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

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 look for structural problems, any signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the solutions that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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