Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karamu

Karamu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Karamu home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors is extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Karamu are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry industrial quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next home will be safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Karamu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home as well as offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Karamu building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Karamu. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the home that is going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection finds it is possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Karamu building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karamu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of services that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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