Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Brown Owl home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our inspectors of buildings are very complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry the industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Brown Owl building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Brown Owl. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that is going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what a home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by an certified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It will ensure that home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review on the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of your home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Brown Owl Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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