Pre Purchase Building Inspections Hastings

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Hastings building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Hastings. In addition, we will spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an house which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s great. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Hastings building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Hastings

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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