Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingsley-Chatham

Kingsley-Chatham Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Kingsley-Chatham home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors is very detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Kingsley-Chatham are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price with the help of our Kingsley-Chatham pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property and offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Kingsley-Chatham building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Kingsley-Chatham. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as best as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the household that’s going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Kingsley-Chatham building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed how long it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingsley-Chatham

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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