Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Brown Owl home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of the building inspectors are incredibly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new home is safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Brown Owl building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Brown Owl. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for an home which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what the results of a home investigation finds it’s possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Brown Owl building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

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Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

Brown Owl Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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