Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Brown Owl home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors is very detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports in Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and carry the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new household will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with offer you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Brown Owl building inspector usually will take between one and a half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Brown Owl. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a home that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a home inspection uncovers it’s possible use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home has a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Brown Owl building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review on the solutions for the building (given reasonable 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 issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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