Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Brown Owl home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one the building inspectors is incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Brown Owl are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next household will be okay we’ll let 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 carry out an in-depth examination of your home along with offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide professional tips on how to proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home investigation finds it is possible to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Brown Owl building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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