Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Aro

Te Aro Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Te Aro house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our building inspectors are extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports in Te Aro are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household is safe, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Te Aro pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Te Aro building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Te Aro. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s great. Are you required to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Te Aro building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

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’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Aro

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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