Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Mount Victoria house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports for Mount Victoria are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next household will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price our Mount Victoria pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Mount Victoria building inspector usually will take between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Mount Victoria. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the house which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer expert tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really need to check it out?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Mount Victoria building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Victoria

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study of services that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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