Pre Purchase Building Inspections Eastbourne

Eastbourne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Eastbourne home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors is very precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports in Eastbourne are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next house will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Eastbourne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Eastbourne building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Eastbourne. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for a home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Eastbourne building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Eastbourne

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds 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, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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