Pre Purchase Building Inspections Plimmerton

Plimmerton Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Plimmerton home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors is incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports in Plimmerton are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and have an industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next house will be safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Plimmerton pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Plimmerton building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Plimmerton. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection finds the house inspector may allow you to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Plimmerton building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

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

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Plimmerton

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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