Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wellington Central

Wellington Central Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Wellington Central house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are highly detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports for Wellington Central are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Wellington Central pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Wellington Central

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Wellington Central building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Wellington Central. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what you find in a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Wellington Central building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Wellington Central

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wellington Central

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

Wellington Central Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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