Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Whitby home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors are incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports for Whitby are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have industrial quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope that your new household will be okay we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home and offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Whitby building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours at the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Whitby. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds it’s possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by an qualified Whitby building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report on hand will allow 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
• Drainage & Plumbing
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Foundations & Sub-floor Structure
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water System
• Driveway & Paths
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of any Moisture