Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Mount Victoria home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors are highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Mount Victoria are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice for the right price our Mount Victoria pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Mount Victoria building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Mount Victoria. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Mount Victoria building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

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

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Victoria

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings 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 and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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