Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Hastings Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Hastings home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings is incredibly precise. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in Hastings are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new home is safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Hastings pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Hastings

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Hastings building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Hastings. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and offer expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Hastings building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the building is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

Hastings Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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