Pre Purchase Building Inspections Napier

Napier Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Napier home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of the building inspectors are incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports for Napier are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and hold industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Napier pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property in order to offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Napier building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Napier. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a home that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report 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 so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Napier building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

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

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Napier

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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