Pre Purchase Building Inspections St Leonards

St Leonards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a St Leonards home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors are extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in St Leonards are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

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

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our St Leonards pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property in order to offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report including photos of any problem areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a house that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a certified St Leonards building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections St Leonards

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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