Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Brown Owl home inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from One of our inspectors of buildings is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports for Brown Owl are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and hold the industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope the new home will be okay we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home and offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Brown Owl building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Brown Owl. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for an home which is likely to give you headaches with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a home inspection reveals it’s possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Brown Owl building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This makes sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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