Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Brown Owl house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are very precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The professional building reports in Brown Owl are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and carry the industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope that your new home will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Brown Owl. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of a home inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study for the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

• Exterior Cladding & Joinery
• Borer Detection
• Retaining Walls & Decks
• Drainage & Plumbing
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Sub-floor Structure & Foundations
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• The Hot Water System
• Paths & Driveway
• Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of Moisture