Pre Purchase Building Inspections Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Oriental Bay home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Oriental Bay are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely certified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Oriental Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Oriental Bay building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Oriental Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new property. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a house which is likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and give you specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Are you required to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an certified Oriental Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or signs that the house is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Oriental Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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