Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Brown Owl home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors is highly thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Brown Owl are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry an industry quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Brown Owl building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Brown Owl. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for an house that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of you find in a house investigation finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an certified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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