Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Brown Owl house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors is highly complete. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide expert building reports for Brown Owl are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and carry the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home will be okay we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Brown Owl. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s likely create headaches due to future issues. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

According to what the results of a home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

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

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

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the 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 poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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