Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Mount Cook home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings is very thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports for Mount Cook are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next home will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Mount Cook

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Mount Cook building inspector usually is between one half and two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Mount Cook. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Mount Cook building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or signs that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Mount Cook

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

Mount Cook Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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