Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Mata

Te Mata Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Te Mata house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Te Mata are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is completely certified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Te Mata pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property and offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are buying has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Te Mata building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Te Mata. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a house which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what the results of a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Te Mata building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household 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, if you knew they were there.

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

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

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Mata

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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