Pre Purchase Building Inspections St Leonards

St Leonards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a St Leonards house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors are very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These expert building reports for St Leonards are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and carry an industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next house will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price the help of our St Leonards pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home and provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a St Leonards building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside St Leonards. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what a home inspection uncovers it is possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified St Leonards building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections St Leonards

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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