Pre Purchase Building Inspections Longlands

Longlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Longlands home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors is highly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports in Longlands are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and hold industry standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope the new household will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Longlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Longlands building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Longlands. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the household which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Longlands building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Longlands

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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