Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pakowhai

Pakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Pakowhai home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors are extremely complete. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports in Pakowhai are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold an industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Pakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you purchase is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Pakowhai building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Pakowhai. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a home inspection finds it is possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Pakowhai building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This assures house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re 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.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pakowhai

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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