Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Brown Owl house inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors is extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Brown Owl are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and have an industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home will be fine we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Brown Owl building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Brown Owl. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an qualified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of the home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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