Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Island Bay home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from One of our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and have industrial quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Island Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a household which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection uncovers it’s possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could be left with costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Island Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It assures home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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