Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Aotea home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

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

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports for Aotea are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Aotea building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Aotea. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Do you really need to check it out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Aotea building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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