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 ... Read More
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!
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What to do if you have a leaky home
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 ... Read More
Landlord responsibilities for insulation in a rental property
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 ... Read More
Buying an older home – things to look out for
If you are in the market for a new home on a budget, an older house or buying a fixer-upper might be a good choice. But there are plenty of things to look for when buying an older home that might cause you problems. While these might not be ... Read More
Buying a house after Covid-19
The housing market has been shaken by the country’s total Covid-19 lockdown, but there are signs that it is now beginning to move again but with some uncertainty. So, buying a house after Covid-19 may be a good opportunity for first-time or lower ... Read More
Checking for weather tightness
When you live in an area with a temperate climate like Auckland you are bound to get a lot of wet weather throughout the year. With so much rainfall potential it is important that your home can withstand the weather. While no home is 100% ... Read More
How to read a building report
If you are planning to buy a house you need to get a professional pre-purchase builder's report. Once you have had a home inspection carried out you will receive a written builder's report from your building inspector. What is a builder's ... Read More
Key documents for buying a house
Buying a new home usually involves a lot of paperwork, but there are key documents for buying a house that are vital to ensure that your sale goes smoothly and is legal. Before you go unconditional you need to make sure you have all your documents in ... Read More
What a pre purchase house inspection covers and why
When you are ready to buy a house when of the things you need to do before you go unconditional is to get a pre purchase inspection. To be prepared, find out what the pre purchase house inspection looks at and why. What a pre purchase house ... Read More
What you get from a pre-purchase building report
Once you’ve organised an inspection for a property you are planning to buy you will be provided with a pre-purchase building report. The report will help you decide whether to go ahead with the purchase and whether there is anything you need to ... Read More