Selling a Plaster-Clad House? Avoid The Biggest Mistakes.

Many sellers of plaster-clad houses are leaving it too late or leaving it to chance – not able to show buyers and banks that their houses are lower risk. The potential financial results are devastating.

This no-nonsense expert report educates owners about the steps they must take well before going to market.

HINT – a new coat of paint is not the answer.

Ian at Moisture Detection clearly has a wealth of knowledge on all topics related to building weather tightness. More importantly he had the knowledge on all the options for addressing the leaks. Those options were discussed with me and I agreed on a scope of work. Moisture Detection undertook work, at a reasonable price, to improve weather tightness (windows, barge boards, roof flashing), remove gib and inspect some areas, and inject RotStop throughout the house. Some repairs were also conducted by a registered builder. Now with annual moisture readings I have been able to correct any causes of high moisture readings and have confidence in the condition of my plaster clad home. I have no hesitation in recommending Moisture Detection to any current or potential plaster home owner.

Bob

Hauraki

From the moment I first met MDC in 2013, I have been in awe of their commitment to total professionalism in every aspect of their business. Their expertise is beyond question – they are true specialists in the area of Moisture Detection and action to be taken to lessen the probability of damage occurring. MDC radiate the feeling that to them, the client is paramount and they have always gone out of their way to assist me in considering action to be taken from time to time. I have been totally satisfied with all the work they have done for me over the 8 years I have been using them. Without question, they are my first port of call for any house Moisture issues.

Murray

Mission Bay

This our first home buying experience in NZ and just want to say how much we have appreciated your knowledge, insights and integrity throughout this whole process. It feels freeing to talk to someone who is science based and grounded in their principles. You have not tried to up sell like so many others that are coming through our house have tried.

Thank you so much and we look forward to long-term partnership with you and your team.

Timothy

St Leonard’s Bay

I was recommended to Moisture Detection Company by a building inspector who highly recommended their weathertightness services.

I was very impressed with the level of service and their prompt inspection to accommodate my tight timeframes to go unconditional on a contract. Another thing that impressed me was the level of information they provided, along with the solutions to fix the problem without creating a whole lot of extra expenses.

This service was exceptional and they are great communicators.

I would highly recommend Moisture Detection Company to any homeowner who needs a weathertightness inspection. I also think every plaster clad home should have moisture probes installed to ensure early detection of leaks to provide a safe and healthy home.

Krissy

Wellington

In This Expert Report You Will Learn:

What potential buyers are most worried about.
The common ‘Sellers Nightmare’. that drives prices down and how to prevent it.
How to “Pre-Purchase Inspection Proof” your house.
How to identify the risks that buyers and inspectors may pick up on your house – so you can address them before they cost you sales and money.
How to increase your house resale value and prospects.

Why You Should Be Worried About Selling a Plaster Clad House?

Selling a plaster-clad house is even harder than ever – at a decent price.

As the country’s stock of plaster-clad houses ages, the stigma of untreated timber, leaks and poor building practices from the leaky homes era continue to haunt today’s sellers.

Buyers, banks, and inspectors are all looking for problems.

While some houses truly have significant issues and buyer caution is justified, many are basically sound, in good condition and just need the correct maintenance to keep them safe and dry for years, or decades to come.

So, which one is your house? What steps can you take to find out and what should you do to economically increase the prospects of selling at a fair price?

Have you already tried to sell only to have the deal fall through following the building report?

In this report, industry expert, Ian Holyoake, a former plaster cladding manufacturer, and now MD of Moisture Detection Company, clearly explains the dilemma facing the sellers (and buyers), You will discover how the leaky home fiasco came to pass, how to prepare your house for sale, and prove to buyers that your house is sound.