Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Brown Owl house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our inspectors of buildings are highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely qualified and have the industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope that your new household will be okay we’ll let you ensure that 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 your property and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Brown Owl. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the house which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

Depending on what the results of a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an qualified Brown Owl building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It assures home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having the house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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