Pre Purchase Building Inspections Seatoun

Seatoun Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Seatoun house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors is extremely thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Seatoun are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right choice, for the right price the help of our Seatoun pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Seatoun

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Seatoun building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Seatoun. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a better negotiating position by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a home which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you professional tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Seatoun building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This will ensure that house buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Seatoun

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home 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, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Seatoun

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

Having the home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Seatoun Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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