Pre Purchase Building Inspections Eskdale

Eskdale Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Eskdale house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by the one Our building inspectors is very precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports for Eskdale are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Eskdale pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property in order to provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Eskdale building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Eskdale. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a home which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what the results of a home investigation finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to be left with expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Eskdale building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. It assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Eskdale

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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