Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Upper Hutt house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings is extremely precise. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports for Upper Hutt are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely qualified and have industrial quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home will be safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right cost, by using our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a 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 quality pre-purchase inspections within Upper Hutt. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better position to negotiate by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what the results of a home inspection finds it is possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Upper Hutt building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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