Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hospital Hill

Hospital Hill Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Hospital Hill house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors are incredibly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports in Hospital Hill are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry the industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Hospital Hill pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Hospital Hill building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Hospital Hill. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that is going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide expert tips on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a home inspection finds it’s possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been identified, it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Hospital Hill building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This will make sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hospital Hill

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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