Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Brown Owl home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price with our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Brown Owl building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Brown Owl. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

According to what you find in a home inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review for the solutions that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

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

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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