Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Ōtāne home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors are very detailed. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports for Ōtāne are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and have industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next household will be okay we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Ōtāne building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You will be in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an qualified Ōtāne building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It will make sure that home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it might be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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