Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Brown Owl house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors are incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Brown Owl are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industrial standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, for the right price our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Brown Owl building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Brown Owl. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a home that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a house inspection reveals it is possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Brown Owl building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face any nasty surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment for the solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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