Pre Purchase Building Inspections Riverstone Terraces

Riverstone Terraces Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Riverstone Terraces home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors are very thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Riverstone Terraces are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and hold the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home will be fine we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Riverstone Terraces pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Riverstone Terraces building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Riverstone Terraces. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home that’s likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Riverstone Terraces building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It assures home buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Riverstone Terraces

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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