Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Ōtāne home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of the building inspectors are incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Ōtāne are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have industrial quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next home will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Ōtāne

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Ōtāne building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Ōtāne. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some costly problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a qualified Ōtāne building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This assures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Ōtāne

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Ōtāne Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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