Pre Purchase Building Inspections Melrose

Melrose Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Melrose home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings are highly thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports for Melrose are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Melrose pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Melrose building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Melrose. 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 regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a house inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Melrose building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the building is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Melrose

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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