Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Iona house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by one of Our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Iona are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and have an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Iona building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Iona. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what the results of a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Iona building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services on the premises (given affordable 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 potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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