Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Karori house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one Our building inspectors is extremely precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Karori are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Karori building inspector usually is between one half hours and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Karori. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for an house which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on what the completed jobs of a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, 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 house has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an qualified Karori building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems, any signs that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been 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.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found 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 presents, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having the home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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