Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingston

Kingston Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Kingston house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These expert building reports for Kingston are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and hold industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Kingston pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home that you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Kingston building inspector usually is between one half and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Kingston. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an household that’s going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

According to what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Kingston building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingston

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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