Pre Purchase Building Inspections Papakowhai

Papakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Papakowhai home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of the building inspectors is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Papakowhai are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and hold industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with our Papakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Papakowhai building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Papakowhai. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s likely create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Papakowhai building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This assures house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Papakowhai

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

Having your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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