Pre Purchase Building Inspections Awatoto

Awatoto Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Awatoto home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from one of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports for Awatoto are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and carry the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope that your new house will be safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price with our Awatoto pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home you are buying has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Awatoto building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Awatoto. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer expert tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house investigation finds the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a qualified Awatoto building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It assures home buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Awatoto

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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