Services

Our professional building inspection services include thorough indicative moisture scanning, with reports encompassing the NZ code standards NZS4306 and more. Our industry experts are backed by professional indemnity insurance and qualifications accepted by banks and insurance.

Inquest Property Inspections provide a wide range of services, helping our clients navigate the condition of a building, through to remediation planning and building consent support for more complex projects.

What’s Inspected

We inspect how we build, from the ground up. Following a methodical approach so nothing is missed.  For a full detailed list of what we inspect for see our sample report.

  • Site and Structure

    Construction features, site placement, site run off management

  • Subfloor

    Subfloor environment, Piles, Foundation, Internal moisture, insulation, ventilation

  • Roof

    Roof coverings, gutters, downpipes, internal roof space, insulation, ventilation and more

  • Exterior

    Weathertightness, Cladding systems, Windows and doors, decks and more

  • Interior

    Floors, walls, ceilings, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry and more

  • Plumbing and Electrical

    Presence of problematic systems including – DUX Quest, old hot water cylinders, and old or dangerous wiring.

Pre-Purchase Inspections

Buy with confidence knowing you understand the investment you’re about to make and how to maintain it.

Pre-Sale Inspections

Eliminate headaches by getting out in front of any due maintenance before you take your asset to market.

Building Consultancy

Help with obtaining Certificates of Acceptance (CoA), Safe & Sanitary reporting, Insurance reports, Independent Building Reviews, Invasive Building checks, Timber Remediation and more.

Weathertightness Inspections

If you are purchasing a property that has monolithic cladding, risky design features or the building was established between 1991-2005 a weathertightness inspection is a crucial part of your diligence, it may even be a requirement from your bank.  If you are a homeowner, understanding the building’s risk factors and maintenance requirements is essential for maintaining the structural integrity of your asset.

Building Checks

Popular with first-home buyers when considering multiple properties. Have the building inspected and discussed with you onsite via our verbal consultancy services – an informative and affordable option before committing to a full report process.

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