Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Ōtāne home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors are highly precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. These professional building reports for Ōtāne are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold the industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be okay we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Ōtāne building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Ōtāne. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the house that’s likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection uncovers it is possible to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Ōtāne building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review for the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having the home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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

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