About Inquest

Helping People Understand Buildings Well Enough to Make Better Decisions

We help clients understand what has been observed, why it may matter, and what the appropriate next step may be.

Inquest was established to provide property advice that goes beyond identifying observations or listing defects.

Our services range from building inspections for everyday property decisions to specialist building surveying advice for more complex matters involving defects, weathertightness, compliance, remediation, insurance and disputes.

How We Think

Not every property concern requires the same response. Sometimes a building inspection provides the information needed. Sometimes further investigation is appropriate. In other situations, practical maintenance advice or a clearly scoped next step may be all that is required. Our role is to help clients understand the issue in context by explaining what the findings may mean and discussing the appropriate next step.

What We Do

Building Inspection Services

Building inspections help purchasers, owners and property professionals understand a property’s observable condition, maintenance considerations and areas that may require further attention.

These services are designed for property decisions where a visual, non-invasive inspection is the appropriate starting point.

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Building Surveying Services

Some building matters require more detailed assessment, investigation or technical advice.

Building surveying services are available for more complex matters involving defects, weathertightness, compliance, remediation, construction concerns, insurance and disputes.

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The Right Starting Point

The appropriate service depends on the property, the concern identified and the decision being made.

Where a matter requires more than a standard inspection, the scope can be discussed and tailored to suit the circumstances.

How We Help Clients

Clear Explanations

We explain what has been observed and how it may relate to the building’s condition, performance or maintenance requirements.

Practical Context

Not every observation has the same consequence. We provide context around building performance, compliance, durability, risk and practical implications.

Next Steps

Where further investigation, specialist advice or a different pathway may be appropriate, we help clients understand the available options before they decide how to proceed.

Need Advice About a Property?

Whether you’re purchasing, maintaining or investigating a building concern, we’re happy to discuss your situation and help determine the most appropriate starting point.

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+64 21 855161

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Inquest provides independent building inspection, building consultancy and specialist property assessment services throughout New Zealand.

Our services include Pre-Purchase Building Inspections, Pre-Sale Building Inspections, Healthy Homes Assessments, Weathertightness Assessments, Building Defect Investigations, Cost to Rectify (CRI) Reports and Building Consultancy Services.

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