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Why a building inspection matters
Deciding whether to get a building inspection? The team from Settled.govt.nz have some tips
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A pre-purchase building inspection is essential for identifying structural defects, leaky building signs, and future maintenance needs. Settled.govt.nz strongly advises against relying on unqualified opinions.
For your protection, the Real Estate Authority (REA) recommends using a qualified inspector with professional indemnity insurance. This provides legal recourse if significant issues are missed.
You can make an inspection a condition of your offer and use the report to negotiate price or plan future maintenance.
The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?
A building inspection will help you uncover any issue with the property
Talk to your agent about making the inspection a condition of your offer
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