Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ōtāne

Ōtāne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Ōtāne home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors are extremely precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Ōtāne are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely qualified and hold industrial standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next house will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Ōtāne pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Ōtāne building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Ōtāne. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection uncovers, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Ōtāne building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ōtāne

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post 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 will help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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