Pre Purchase Building Inspections St Leonards

St Leonards Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a St Leonards house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our inspectors of buildings is extremely complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our professional building reports for St Leonards are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely qualified and hold industrial quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price the help of our St Leonards pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the St Leonards building inspector usually is between one half and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in St Leonards. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified St Leonards building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It will ensure that house buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections St Leonards

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study for the services to the property (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 dangers such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having access to your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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