Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Newlands home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors are incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Newlands are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the very best. If your next house will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home as well as provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Newlands building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Newlands. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Newlands building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

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

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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