Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Thorndon house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Thorndon are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industrial standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new house will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Thorndon building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Thorndon. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Thorndon building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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

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