Pre Purchase Building Inspections Fernhill

Fernhill Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Fernhill home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports in Fernhill are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be okay we’ll let you know if you’re making the best choice at the right price, with our Fernhill pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Fernhill

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any issues for you to be sure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Fernhill building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Fernhill. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of a house inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Fernhill building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

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

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Fernhill

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study 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 areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Fernhill Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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