Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Brown Owl home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings are highly complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover 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. These professional building reports in Brown Owl are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have the industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Brown Owl building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Brown Owl. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying 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 occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an certified Brown Owl building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Brown Owl Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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