Get a House Inspection or Building Inspection with a Building Report
Auckland Wide
Phone: 09-4241965 or 0273632300
Articles
Articles and Tips for future and current Home Owners and Landlords. Include articles about choosing a building inspector and getting the most out of a house inspection and a building report as well as caring for your property.
Buying a house, apartment or any building is a big commitment. Make sure you are informed. Make sure you choose a quality inspection.
From a customer:
Kevin completed 2 pre-purchase inspections for us. The two locations were opposite ends of the scale with one showing extensive work required and the other very well looked after. Thanks to Kevin's inspection we pulled out of a purchase that would have been a nightmare for us. Kevin's reports were very detailed, professional and excellent in providing us with the information to make an informed decision. Highly recommend using this company for your needs!
Read more from our customers: testimonials and on No Cowboys.
Take our checklist with you for a handy reminder of key things to look for inside and out.
When you are planning to buy a new property, you will likely visit lots of open homes. While you will be focused on whether there are enough bedrooms and whether the garden is big enough, it also pays to have a look for any possible issues with the property.
If it ticks all the boxes, then book a building inspection and report.
Asbestos was once thought of as a miracle product. Its excellent fire-retardant properties made it an extremely popular component of many building materials. Unfortunately, after decades of widespread use, it was discovered to cause lung disease and cancer in people who were regularly exposed to asbestos fibres. Unless it is disturbed, asbestos poses very little… Read More
If the house you are buying has been renovated, it pays to double-check that all the renovations are of a high standard. If it is not or has not received the required consent from the local authority, you could be buying a lemon. Buying a home that has renovations or alterations without the required consent… Read More
A leak in a pipe or from an appliance can be minor if you get on it quickly, but if it goes unnoticed or it is left it can escalate into a major problem. Early leak detection is the key to saving you time, money and hassle. Three reasons why early leak detection is important… Read More
If you are buying a home that is only a few years old you might assume it is in good condition. However, you should still get a pre-purchase inspection for a new home for your peace of mind. New homeowners may offer you a vendors building report if they had an inspection done recently. But… Read More
You might think a long-term maintenance plan is only for commercial buildings or apartment blocks but it can also help you keep on top of home maintenance. This can help avoid surprise repair bills and help your property retain its value. Using your property inspection report for a long-term maintenance plan is a good starting… Read More
If you are looking to buy a new home, then getting a pre-purchase inspection is one of the key parts of the process before your sale goes unconditional. Usually, the inspection confirms that the property is in good condition or highlights some minor issues, but sometimes you’ll get a bad pre-purchase report that discovers larger… Read More
When you buy a house, there are many different ways that It may be advertised for sale. The vendor decides on which of the house sale options to use with advice from their real estate agent. Each one will mean a slightly different approach from you as a buyer. Deadline sale, auction and by negotiation… Read More
Standard Sale and Purchase Agreement NZ If you are buying or selling a property, you may know that Sale and Purchase Agreements now contain the option of a standard building report clause. The purchaser can choose to include this clause by circling “Yes” at the appropriate place on the front page. Do you need a Building Report?… Read More
A leaky home is one where moisture has got between the exterior cladding and the inside walls and cannot drain away. Many homes built in New Zealand between the late 1980s and the mid-2000s are prone to leaking because of the type of cladding that was used. This monolithic cladding system features textured walls made… Read More
In 2019 new standards were bought in covering landlord responsibilities for insurance in a rental property. These standards cover the amount of insulation required and where it should be. Various statements of compliance must now be completed by landlords to show the required insulation is in place. The changes are part of the new Healthy… Read More