Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Petone home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors is extremely precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports for Petone are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and have the industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next household will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any issues to ensure that the house you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Petone building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Petone. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for a household that is going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Petone building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It assures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Petone

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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