Pre Purchase Building Inspections St Leonards

St Leonards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a St Leonards home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors is very complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in St Leonards are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and hold an industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price our St Leonards pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in St Leonards

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written report, complete with photographs of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an St Leonards building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside St Leonards. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a household that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house investigation finds the house inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified St Leonards building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections St Leonards

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

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

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections St Leonards

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

St Leonards Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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