Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Newlands home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is highly detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports for Newlands are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold industrial quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Newlands building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Newlands. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for an household that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Newlands building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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