Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Hastings Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Hastings house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors is highly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These expert building reports for Hastings are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Hastings pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property along with offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Hastings building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Hastings. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better position to negotiate by being completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is possible to end up with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Hastings building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed 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

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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