A pre purchase building inspection is your essential protection before committing to buy. Our comprehensive pre purchase inspections reveal structural defects, weathertightness problems, and hidden maintenance issues before you sign the contract, giving you the power to negotiate, request repairs, or walk away from problem properties.
Timing your pre purchase building inspection correctly protects your investment. Most property purchase agreements include a building inspection condition, allowing you to obtain a satisfactory pre purchase inspection before the sale becomes unconditional. This condition gives you the right to withdraw if our inspection uncovers serious defects.
Our trade-qualified inspectors conduct thorough pre-purchase building inspections throughout New Zealand. We examine every accessible area, identify current and potential problems, and deliver detailed written reports within 24-48 hours. With our pre-purchase building inspection, you'll know exactly what you're buying before you're legally committed.
MORGAN KIRCHER - OWNER/DIRECTOR
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Our pre purchase building inspection is comprehensive and thorough. Each inspection is carried out by an experienced, trade-qualified building professional who examines every accessible area before you commit to purchase. Every pre-purchase inspection is thoroughly documented and signed off by a qualified inspector who knows exactly what to look for.
You'll receive your comprehensive written pre purchase inspection report with clear photographs documenting every issue identified, plain-English commentary explaining findings, severity ratings for all defects discovered, and a summary section outlining significant issues. This report is typically delivered within 24-48 hours, giving you time to review findings before your purchase conditions expire.
Important: Our pre-purchase building inspection is a visual assessment of accessible areas conducted before you commit to purchase. We don't remove fixtures, lift floor coverings, or conduct invasive investigations. If our pre-purchase inspection identifies concerns requiring specialist assessment, we recommend obtaining expert reports before your purchase conditions expire.
Book your pre purchase building inspection immediately after your offer is accepted. Most property purchase agreements include a building inspection condition allowing you to obtain a satisfactory inspection before the sale becomes unconditional. This condition typically gives you 10-15 working days, though timeframes vary.
Don't wait until the last minute to arrange your pre purchase building inspection. Inspectors can be heavily booked during busy property market periods, and you'll need time to review the report, obtain any recommended specialist inspections, and make informed decisions before your conditions expire.
For unconditional offers or auction purchases, obtain your pre purchase building inspection before making your offer. While this requires an upfront cost before you know whether you'll be successful, it's the only way to understand the property's condition when buying without conditions. The inspection cost is modest compared to discovering major defects after you're legally committed to purchase.
If the pre purchase building inspection reveals significant problems, you have several options. You can request repairs before settlement, negotiate a price reduction to cover repair costs, ask the vendor to provide warranties for identified issues, or exercise your building inspection condition to withdraw from the sale. Your solicitor can advise on the best approach based on your specific situation.
