Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mayfair

Mayfair Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Mayfair house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors are highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Mayfair are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new household will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Mayfair pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property and provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Mayfair building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Mayfair. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer professional advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what an house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Mayfair building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This makes sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mayfair

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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