Report examples
Sample Building Inspection Reports
View sample report examples before booking so you understand the layout, photo documentation, limitations, observations and recommendation style.
What to expect in a building inspection report
A report should help you understand the visible condition of the property, not just list defects. Our reports are written for buyers, homeowners, landlords and property managers who need practical next steps.
The report format includes photos, clear observations, relevant limitations and recommendations where further assessment or repair work may be required.
Reports are useful for
- • First-home buyers reviewing due diligence risk.
- • Investors checking rental property condition.
- • Lawyers, mortgage brokers and advisers needing a clear document.
- • Vendors preparing a property before listing.
Report content usually includes
Photos and observations
Clear photo references to help you understand where the issue was seen and why it matters.
Limitations
Areas not inspected or restricted by height, access, storage, insulation, locked rooms or safety conditions.
Recommendations
Practical next steps, including when further specialist assessment or suitable trade advice may be required.
Moisture-risk comments
Selected non-invasive moisture readings and comments where visible staining or moisture-risk indicators are observed.
Summary section
A concise overview of notable visible defects, access limitations, maintenance concerns and further inspection items.
Healthy Homes checks
For rental assessments, reporting may address heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture ingress, drainage and draught stopping.
Pre-Purchase Building Inspection Report
See how a buyer-focused building inspection report presents visible defects, photos, limitations and recommendations.
Open Sample Pre-Purchase ReportHealthy Homes Assessment Report
See how Healthy Homes assessment information is structured for rental property owners and property managers.
Open Sample Healthy Homes ReportFrequently Asked Questions
Can I send the sample report to my lawyer or broker?
Yes, the sample report can help them understand the reporting style before you book a live inspection.
Will my property report look exactly the same?
The structure will be similar, but the content depends on the property type, access, visible condition and inspection scope.
Do reports include hidden defects?
No. Standard inspections are visual and non-invasive, so concealed defects inside walls, floors or closed cavities are outside the normal scope.
Ready to book an Auckland inspection?
Send the property address and listing link and we will confirm the appropriate inspection scope and fee.