Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Thorndon house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings is very precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports for Thorndon are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the best choice for the right price our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Thorndon building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Thorndon. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide professional tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Thorndon building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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