Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Whitby home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors are extremely precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Whitby are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have industrial quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Whitby

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home and offer you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report and photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Whitby building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Whitby. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an house inspection uncovers it is possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to find yourself with some expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Whitby building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the solutions on the premises (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 such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Whitby Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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