Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Mount Cook home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Mount Cook are detailed are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new house will be okay we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Mount Cook building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Mount Cook. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that is going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on what a house inspection reveals it is possible use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Mount Cook building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. It ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review on the services that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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