Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Brown Owl house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of the building inspectors are incredibly precise. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Brown Owl are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely qualified and have industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next home will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price with our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Brown Owl

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Brown Owl. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a house that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the home has significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the services 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 of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Brown Owl Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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