Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fernhill

Fernhill Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Fernhill house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors are highly thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our professional building reports in Fernhill are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and hold industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Fernhill pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Fernhill building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Fernhill. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better position to negotiate by being completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Fernhill building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fernhill

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief 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 and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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