Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Karori home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings is highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports for Karori are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and carry an industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next home will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Karori

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Karori building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Karori. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you professional guidance on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Karori building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Karori

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Karori Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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