Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Harbour View home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our professional building reports in Harbour View are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely qualified and carry industry standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be safe, we can help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Harbour View building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Harbour View. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an household that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from a certified Harbour View building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This will ensure that house buyers do not face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger 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 Harbour View

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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