Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ngaio

Ngaio Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Ngaio home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports for Ngaio are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope that your new house will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Ngaio pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Ngaio

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home that you purchase has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Ngaio building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Ngaio. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a house that’s likely create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a qualified Ngaio building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ngaio

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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