Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pakowhai

Pakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Pakowhai home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings are very thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Pakowhai are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and hold an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Pakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Pakowhai building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Pakowhai. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a home that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what an house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Pakowhai building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This ensures home buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pakowhai

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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