Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Ōtāne home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is highly complete. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Ōtāne are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and carry industrial quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

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

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Ōtāne

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Ōtāne building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you professional tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Should you really have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Ōtāne building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Ōtāne

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to solve:

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

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

Ōtāne Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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