Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Newlands house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of Our building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Newlands are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house is safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home in order to offer you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home that you purchase has the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Newlands building inspector usually is between one half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Newlands. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective 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 an home which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection uncovers it is possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Newlands building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos 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 cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of the services that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What's Included 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
• Hot Water Tank
• Paths & Driveway
• House Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection