Pre Purchase Building Inspections Elderslea

Elderslea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Elderslea house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors is extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Elderslea are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industrial quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next household will be fine we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Elderslea pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Elderslea

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Elderslea building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Elderslea. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer professional advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house investigation finds it’s possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Elderslea building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Elderslea

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Elderslea Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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