Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fernhill

Fernhill Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Fernhill home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our inspectors of buildings are extremely detailed. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These expert building reports for Fernhill are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and hold an industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next home will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Fernhill pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Fernhill building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Fernhill. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection uncovers it is possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Fernhill building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fernhill

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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