Pre Purchase Building Inspections Onekawa

Onekawa Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Onekawa home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one the building inspectors is highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Onekawa are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and hold industrial standard liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be okay we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with our Onekawa pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house that you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Onekawa building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Onekawa. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of an home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a qualified Onekawa building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the property is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it could have 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 are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Onekawa

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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