Pre Purchase Building Inspections Awatoto

Awatoto Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Awatoto home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of the building inspectors is incredibly thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports for Awatoto are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope the new household will be safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with the help of our Awatoto pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Awatoto

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property and provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Awatoto building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Awatoto. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. You will be in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of an home investigation finds it is possible to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s great. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Awatoto building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Awatoto

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Awatoto

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Awatoto Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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