Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Houghton Bay house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports for Houghton Bay are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Houghton Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Houghton Bay 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 Houghton Bay. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Houghton Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Houghton Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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