Pre Purchase Building Inspections Bay View

Bay View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Bay View home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Bay View are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and hold industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Bay View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house that you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Bay View building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Bay View. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection finds the house inspector may allow you to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Bay View building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. 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, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Bay View

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of access to your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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