Pre Purchase Building Inspections Awatoto

Awatoto Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Awatoto home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors is extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports for Awatoto are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have an industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be okay we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision for the right price our Awatoto pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Awatoto building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Awatoto. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by an qualified Awatoto building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It makes sure that home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Awatoto

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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