Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Hastings Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Hastings home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of the building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports for Hastings are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next house will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with our Hastings pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Hastings building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Hastings. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an house that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Hastings building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It will make sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the 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.

A copy of your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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