Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Aotea house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of our building inspectors is extremely complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These professional building reports for Aotea are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and hold an industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price with our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Aotea building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Aotea. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a home which is likely create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Based on what an house inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a qualified Aotea building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it could be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

A copy of the house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Aotea Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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