Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Upper Hutt home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from the one Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Upper Hutt are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next home will be safe, we can help you know if you’re making the best choice for the right price the help of our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Upper Hutt building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what an house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Upper Hutt building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. It ensures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the 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 pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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