Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pipitea

Pipitea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Pipitea house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Pipitea are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Pipitea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property and offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Pipitea building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Pipitea. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home investigation finds it’s possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Pipitea building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pipitea

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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