Not every property enquiry requires a comprehensive written building report.
A Verbal Building Consultation provides purchasers, property owners and investors with independent advice about a property’s condition, maintenance requirements and any readily observable building concerns.
The service is often appropriate where a client is comparing multiple properties, investigating a particular concern, or wants a better understanding of a building before deciding whether a full Pre-Purchase Building Inspection is appropriate.
No written report is provided.
A Verbal Building Consultation is a visual, non-invasive preliminary assessment of the readily accessible areas of a property.
Throughout the inspection, the inspector discusses the condition of the building, explains significant observations and answers any questions the client may have.
Because no written report is prepared, clients receive feedback during the inspection and can discuss questions or concerns as they arise.
Every consultation is tailored to the property and the client’s particular questions or concerns.
Some common situations where a verbal inspection is a good choice
A Verbal Building Consultation is not a substitute for a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection or formal builders report.
The consultation is limited to a visual, non-invasive inspection of readily accessible areas and discussion based on observations made at the time of inspection.
No written report is provided and the service is not intended to provide the same level of detail, documentation or analysis as a comprehensive inspection report.
The service is not intended to provide a written record for due diligence, negotiations, lending requirements, legal proceedings or contractual reliance.
Where a client requires documented findings, detailed recommendations or a report suitable for formal due diligence purposes, a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection is generally recommended.
Where concerns are identified, further investigation, specialist advice or a comprehensive written inspection may be recommended.
If you’d like practical advice about a property’s condition or a particular building concern, contact Inquest to arrange a consultation.
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.
