Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Karori house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors are highly detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Karori are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Karori building inspector usually will take between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Karori. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a home that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

According to what the completed jobs of a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Karori building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

A copy of your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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