Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingston

Kingston Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Kingston home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of the building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports for Kingston are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and hold industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Kingston pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard 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 of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Kingston. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a house that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide expert advice on how to proceed.

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

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Kingston building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It assures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingston

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

Having access to your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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