Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wadestown

Wadestown Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Wadestown house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from One of the building inspectors are very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports for Wadestown are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Wadestown pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home in order to offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Wadestown building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Wadestown. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately 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 decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Wadestown building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It will ensure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the house was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wadestown

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Wadestown Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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