Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Iona house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors is extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports in Iona are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely certified and hold an industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Iona building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Iona. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a house inspection reveals it’s possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Iona building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having the house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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