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 and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors is incredibly precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports for Brown Owl are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have industrial quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the right choice, for the right price the help of our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home and provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report on the building including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Brown Owl building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on the site. We allow 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 comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a house that is going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what the results of a home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a certified Brown Owl building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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