Pre Purchase Building Inspections Longlands

Longlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Longlands house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is highly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. These professional building reports for Longlands are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and hold industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Longlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Longlands building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Longlands. In addition, we will spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Longlands building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Longlands

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permit or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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