Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Awa

Te Awa Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Te Awa house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our building inspectors are extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports in Te Awa are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be okay, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Te Awa pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Te Awa building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Te Awa. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you professional advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what an house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Te Awa building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Awa

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having the house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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