Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Mount Victoria house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of the building inspectors are incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Mount Victoria are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industrial quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Mount Victoria pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Mount Victoria building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Mount Victoria. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

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

Don’t overpay for the house that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and offer expert tips on how to move forward.

According to what a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Mount Victoria building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Victoria

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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