Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Brown Owl home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are highly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert 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 qualified and hold industrial standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next house will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Brown Owl

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We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Brown Owl. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for an home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

According to what the results of a home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a certified Brown Owl building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Brown Owl Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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