Pre Purchase Building Inspections Boulcott

Boulcott Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Boulcott house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of our inspectors of buildings is extremely thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports for Boulcott are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and carry the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Boulcott pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home in order to offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Boulcott building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Boulcott. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You are in a better position to negotiate by being completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Boulcott building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Boulcott

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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