Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report by one of our building inspectors is very thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports for Iona are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industrial quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope that your new house is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home and offer you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Iona building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Iona. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what an house investigation finds it is possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Iona building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

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

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions for the building (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 problems such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

Having your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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