Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Brown Owl home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by an inspector of the building inspectors is very complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports in Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and carry industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Brown Owl building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Brown Owl. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an home that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Brown Owl building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions on the premises (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 window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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