Pre Purchase Building Inspections Clive

Clive Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Clive home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our building inspectors is highly thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports in Clive are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and hold industrial standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be okay we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Clive pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written building report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Clive building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Clive. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for an home that is going create headaches due to future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to be left with costly issues that might have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Clive building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Clive

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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