Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wilton

Wilton Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Wilton home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one Our building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Wilton are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely qualified and carry an industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price the help of our Wilton pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a house that is going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide expert tips on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds it’s possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Wilton building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 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. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wilton

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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