Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Newlands home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly precise. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports in Newlands are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and hold the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home will be safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property in order to offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Newlands building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Newlands. In addition, we will spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an household that is going create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what you find in a house inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Newlands 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. This makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it might 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 Newlands

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

Newlands Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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