Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lochain

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home and offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Lochain building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Lochain. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an household that is going create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Lochain building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lochain

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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