Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Waiwhetu house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industrial quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home and provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being completely informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Waiwhetu building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It assures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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