Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Mount Cook home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors is extremely detailed. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will contact you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Mount Cook are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry the industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Mount Cook

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Mount Cook building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Mount Cook. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is possible to be left with costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a certified Mount Cook building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It assures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Mount Cook

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Mount Cook Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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