Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings Central

Hastings Central Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Hastings Central house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports in Hastings Central are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope the new house is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Hastings Central pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Hastings Central building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Hastings Central. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Hastings Central building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings Central

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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