Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiohiki

Waiohiki Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Waiohiki home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports for Waiohiki are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our Waiohiki pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth examination of your home along with offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are buying has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Waiohiki building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Waiohiki. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on what the completed jobs of a house inspection uncovers it is possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Waiohiki building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiohiki

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

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

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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