Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Brown Owl house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports in Brown Owl are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and hold industrial standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new home will be safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Brown Owl. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for an household that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it is possible to end up with some expensive problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Brown Owl building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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