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 of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our inspectors of buildings are highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide expert building reports for Brown Owl are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next house will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price with the help of our Brown Owl pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Brown Owl building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum 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 thorough yet understandable to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you professional advice on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a house inspection finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Brown Owl building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Brown Owl

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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