Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Hastings Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Hastings house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

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

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports in Hastings are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new household is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right choice, for the right price the help of our Hastings pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Hastings building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Hastings. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a house that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what a house inspection finds it’s possible use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Hastings building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It will ensure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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