Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Ōtāne home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is very detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Ōtāne are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry the industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope that your new home will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home and provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Ōtāne building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Ōtāne. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a qualified Ōtāne building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It will make sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or signs that the house has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

A copy of the house inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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