Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Mount Cook house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors are very detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Mount Cook are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be fine, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Mount Cook building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Mount Cook. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Mount Cook building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Mount Cook

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

Mount Cook Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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