Pre Purchase Building Inspections Houghton Bay

Houghton Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Houghton Bay home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our inspectors of buildings are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Houghton Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry the industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with the help of our Houghton Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home and provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report including photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Houghton Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Houghton Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Houghton Bay building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Houghton Bay

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of the home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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