Pre Purchase Building Inspections Iona

Iona Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Iona house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors are highly complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Iona are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and carry the industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope that your new household is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with the help of our Iona pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home and offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Iona building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Iona. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer professional advice on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals it’s possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Iona building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This assures home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Iona

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory 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 and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Iona Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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