Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Hastings Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Hastings home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is very thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports for Hastings are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and carry the industry quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and for the right price our Hastings pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up with some expensive problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Hastings building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the home was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Hastings Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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