Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Thorndon house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of Our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Thorndon are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and carry an industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Thorndon building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Thorndon. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a house that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Thorndon building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What's Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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