Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ahuriri

Ahuriri Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Ahuriri house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports in Ahuriri are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have industrial quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Ahuriri pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Ahuriri building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Ahuriri. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer professional advice on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds it is possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with costly issues that might have been identified, it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an certified Ahuriri building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ahuriri

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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