WHY YOU NEED A BUILDER'S REPORT BEFORE BUYING A HOME
Thinking of buying property in Auckland? Getting a builders report Auckland is a smart move that can help you avoid costly repairs.
These reports are carried out by licensed builders or qualified inspectors. They check the home’s structure, weatherproofing, and whether it meets key building standards like NZS4306:2005
This is especially important in Auckland due to the leaky homes crisis, which affected tens of thousands of properties built between 1988 and 2004. Many of these homes still exist, and repair costs have reached up to $23 billion nationwide. Auckland’s climate, with frequent rain and high humidity, adds to the risk of hidden water damage. On top of that, New Zealand’s earthquake activity can cause unseen structural issues over time.
That’s why councils, including Auckland Council, recommend getting a builder’s report before you commit to a property. It’s one of the best ways to identify hidden problems early and buy confidently.
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WHO SHOULD GET A BUILDER'S REPORT?
A builder's report in Auckland is useful for many people in different situations.
If you’re buying a home, it helps you spot hidden problems like structural damage or past renovations that weren’t done properly—important in a busy market like Auckland.
If you’re selling, having a builders report ready can make your property more appealing by showing buyers that everything is in good condition. In many cases, vendors with plaster homes find it helpful to prepare a builder’s report beforehand to show there are no weathertightness problems. This can give buyers more confidence and help the sale go more smoothly.
Investors and renovators also benefit by knowing the real condition of a property before making big decisions.
A builders report gives peace of mind and helps you stay in line with local council rules.
THE BUILDER'S REPORT ADVANTAGES
A builder's report focuses on construction-specific issues, making it crucial for anyone looking to buy property in Auckland. It provides a detailed evaluation of key aspects of the property, which general home inspections may not cover in depth.
Work with Dependable House Inspections Auckland, one of the most reliable teams for builders’ reports in Auckland, and get clear, expert advice before you buy.
Structural Integrity
A builder’s report will check the stability of the foundations, framing, and load-bearing elements, ensuring the home is safe and stable.
Weathertightness
It looks for signs of leaks, dampness, or water ingress—critical for plaster homes, where water damage can be hidden but costly to repair.
Detailed Documentation
The report includes clear photos and actionable recommendations, helping you understand any issues and what steps to take.
WHY DEPENDABLE HOME INSPECTIONS?
Why the quality of our builder's report is hard to beat for Auckland homeowners.
Comprehensive and
Detailed Reports
Our commitment to professionalism is reflected in every builder’s report—clear, detailed, and easy to understand, helping you make confident, informed decisions after the inspection.
Same day
Delivery
For your convenience, we ensure that our builder’s report is delivered on the same day the inspection is carried out, so you can move forward with your property decisions without unnecessary delays.
Meticulous
Attention to Detail
Our thorough inspection approach ensures no detail is overlooked, allowing us to identify issues others might miss and deliver a builder’s report that offers a complete picture of the property’s condition.
Decades of
Industry Expertise
With 25+ years of experience, Dependable delivers quality builder’s reports. Ryan, our trained inspector, offers clear insights into property condition, maintenance, and workmanship.
PEACE OF MIND GUARANTEE
Buy, build, invest and sell with confidence.
We are a company that was launched in order to provide standard building inspections and reports for Auckland homeowners. It does not matter whether you are buying or selling; we are able to provide a properly arranged comprehensive report about the entire property.
It will interest you to know that we offer value to home developers and homeowners because we want your investment to be protected. Hence, our inspector spends quality time, meticulously inspecting every part of the property, in order to provide you with a well-prepared report that you can understand easily.
At Dependable House Inspections, we pride ourselves in the satisfaction of our esteemed clients, our professionalism, and our industry. Do not hesitate to reach out to us today, and we are certain we will surpass your expectations.
Ryan Meynell
Managing Director of Dependable House Inspections.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Thinking of buying property in Auckland? Getting a builders report Auckland is a smart move that can help you avoid costly repairs.
Most inspections take up to two hours, depending on the size and condition of the property.
Absolutely. We are fully independent and work solely to protect your interests, without influence from real estate agents, sellers, or other third parties.
Verbal inspections can lead to misunderstandings. Important details may be forgotten or misinterpreted without a written reference. A thorough written builder’s report ensures you have a reliable, detailed record to support your property decisions—and to protect you in case of future issues.
A LIM report is issued by the local council and outlines legal and regulatory information about the property.
A building inspection report, like the one from Dependable House Inspections, focuses on the physical condition of the property—highlighting visible defects, maintenance issues, and construction quality.
A LIM (Land Information Memorandum) is a summary provided by the local council that includes all recorded details about the property—such as building consents, code compliance certificates, warnings, zoning details, flood risk, and more.
A Property File, on the other hand, includes the actual documents held by the council, like plans, consent applications, and correspondence. It’s typically available for public viewing upon request.
Yes, Dependable House Inspections uses moisture meters—but it’s important to understand their limitations.
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Scan Mode (Non-invasive): This mode scans surfaces and gives relative moisture readings. It doesn’t measure exact moisture content and cannot confirm whether a building is wet, dry, leaking, or sound. It’s a useful tool for experienced inspectors but can easily be misinterpreted if included in reports. We use scan mode as an internal aid only.
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Resistance Mode (Invasive): This involves inserting probes into building materials (usually timber) to get precise moisture content percentages. It often requires drilling into walls or cladding. This method is generally reserved for more in-depth investigations when there’s already a suspected issue—not during standard pre-purchase or pre-sale inspections.
If access to parts of the property—such as underfloor areas, roof spaces, or locked rooms—is not possible at the time of inspection, our inspector will still complete the builder’s report based on all areas that were visually accessible. Situations like missing keys, personal belongings blocking access hatches, or appliances or carpets covering access points will be noted in the report. Please note, our inspectors are not allowed to move personal belongings or furniture.
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CLIENT REVIEW
What do our clients think about us? Let's find out!
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Paul Anderson2024-05-16Ryan came round on short notice and gave us a really detailed report that same afternoon. Highly recommend this serviceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Eli A2024-05-16Very efficient and thorough, thank you!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Clare Fuller2024-05-15The services were provided in a timely manner (we had time constraints), and the report was comprehensive and gave the impression that great care was taken in assessing the property's condition. Thanks, Team.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Chrissie2023-08-07Ryan was extremely helpful in providing a thorough inspection and getting report to us the same day. The level of detail in the report was excellent with clear guidance of what was being assessed or not. He communicates in a professional and compassionate way, doing what he can to meet short timelines and taking some of the stress of buying a house away!! Highly recommend this service!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Renaldo Prasetio2023-08-075 Stars Review for Ryan, He arrange his inspection effectively and give us additional advice on how to keep the property well. On Top of that, he is also able to help us advising which part of our subdivision has consent and which one is not. We discuss this 1 week after the report has been issued. He did not even forget us as customer. I would recommend using Ryan for your House Inspection since I can tell he understand consent and site plan not only doing external checks on your house.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Phil Presnall2023-07-11Fast and efficient communication from Ryan, and a thorough report. Highly recommended.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Esti Garfield2023-06-19Great, fast and friendly communication, professional service. Highly recommend!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sam Archer2023-06-18Very responsive, professional, and thorough. Was able to view property and turn around the report very quickly, which was quite impressive.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Martin brannigan2023-06-15We used Ryan for several properties we were interested in and his service was fantastic. We received each report on the day he carried them out (within a couple of hours of completing!) and the last one he did, he was able to carry out late on a Friday afternoon even though we only asked him the evening before! We will definitely use him for any future reports we needTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Danilo Palen2023-06-14This is my first time in getting a building inspection report and the report that Ryan provided me is so easy to understand. He also kept me updated of the progress and was able to give the report on the same day.
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