Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Thorndon house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is very detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports in Thorndon are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope that your new home will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home and offer you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Thorndon building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Thorndon. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an house that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a home inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks good. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Thorndon building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It assures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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