Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karamu

Karamu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Karamu home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our building inspectors is very complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports for Karamu are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and have an industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Karamu pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Karamu

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property in order to offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Karamu building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Karamu. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s possible to be left with costly problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Karamu building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household 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, if you knew they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karamu

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

A copy of the house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Karamu Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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