Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Ōtāne house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are extremely precise. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports in Ōtāne are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and carry industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new house will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision, and for the right price the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Ōtāne building inspector usually is between one half and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home which is likely to give you headaches with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on what a house inspection reveals it’s possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Ōtāne building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to 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 be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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