Pre Purchase Building Inspections Brown Owl

Brown Owl Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Brown Owl home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Brown Owl are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully certified and carry an industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new house is safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property and offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any issues to assure you that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Brown Owl building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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