Qualified Building Inspectors

We are Checkmate Inspections covering the Auckland Region for Pre-Purchase Inspections, Healthy Homes and Building Consulting. Tertiary qualified in Architecture and Construction with over 15+ years hands-on experience. We are Certified Property Inspectors.

Honest. No jargon. Quick turnaround reports.

We'll tell you what your home needs for today and the future.


Get your property inspected today.

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WHAT WE DO FOR YOU

WRITTEN BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT from $459

A building inspection with a written report emailed to you within 48 hours (sooner if it's in great shape). Ideal for insurance and bank. We will let you know about maintenance and areas of concern.

Get a Full Building Inspection Report from $459 + GST.

VERBAL BUILDING INSPECTION from $299

The auction is tomorrow and you need to know if the property is a property worth buying. Find out if there's any areas of concern and ask questions on site.

Get a Verbal Report from $299 + GST.

METHAMPHETAMINE TESTING from $199

Make sure your home is not contaminated with a Meth Test. Useful for Healthy Homes, inter-tenancy checks, due dilligence. Properties that are contaminated may have issues selling.

Get your Methamphetamine Check from $199 +GST.

SAFE AND SANITARY REPORT from $499

Meet the council requirements for a letter of acceptance on unpermitted renovations and alterations.

Get a Safe and Sanitary Report from $499 +GST.

PRE-FINAL COUNCIL BUILDING INSPECTION from $749

Did you build your home? Are you due for your final inspection before you can move in? Find out if you have checked off everything before you meet with the council inspector.

Get a Inspection with a ex-Auckland Council Inspector from $749 +GST.

BUILDING CONSULT contact us

One of the most important aspects of home ownership is ensuring that it meets all the requirements of the building code. A good builder will ensure that your home meets all the criteria, but sometimes an architect may not be able to meet all the specific requirements. Check your plan meets all these requirements.

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Who are we?

The Ryburn's. We are a family owned business, you can google us. Generations of Ryburns have lived here in New Zealand, as farmers and, tradesmen. So you know you can rely on us to be honest, and tell you what you need to know and, probably a bit more if you want to hear it.

Qualified with a Diploma in Architecture and Construction with experience as a draughtsman, construction and Council building inspector.

We can review building plans and can let you know if the concept is practical, check your property meets the building code and do your prepurchase inspection.

 

Have questions?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make a booking?

You can make a booking for building inspection here. Bookings can be made 1 day in advance.

Can I make a booking today?

If you need your house inspected today then please give us a call and we will see if we can fit you in.

Do I need to be at the inspection?

No. You do not need to be present at the inspection as long as someone can open the door and provide us full access to the property. 

If you would like to be there for the inspection however, cannot, you can add in the notes that you would like a video call.

What happens once I have made a booking?

You will receive a confirmation email within the next 10 minutes. If you do not, please email us.
We will contact you again 1 day before the inspection to reconfirm the booking time and again 30-60 minutes before your inspection to let you know when our inspector will be arriving.

What happens after the inspection?

You will receive an email within 48 hours with a report excludes verbal inspections.

What can I expect from a building report?

Our comprehensive building reports will have an overview of what was inspected and any areas of concern. In the areas of concern, we will include images specifying where exactly it is, if it will be an issue in the future and what we recommend you need to do. You will find out whether the property you are looking at will be a big project that could involve seeking secondary accommodation or if you need to spend money on maintenance costs. 

What makes a good building inspector?

Our building inspector is degree qualified in Architecture and Construction which means they do not require an LBP to be a Licenced Building Practitioner.
We have a accreditation with Building Officials Institute of New Zealand (BOINZ) and liability insurance which is recommended by consumer protection to make sure you are covered. So you can guarantee a great job by us.

What is a Written Building Inspection?

A Written Building Report is when the building inspector will go to the property and complete a thorough inspection of the property then send you a written report of the findings. This is ideal for people that need a prepurchase inspection for the bank or insurance. Seller's use this report to help buyer's make a more informed decision quicker if you are in a rush to sell your property.

What is a Verbal Building Inspection?

A Verbal Building Inspection is when the building inspector will go to the property and complete a thorough inspection of the property then verbally tell you on site whether there are any issues to be concerned about and what level of additional investment you may be looking at if you were to repair the problem. Note: you should always contact a specialist for a quote to gather the full extent of the problem. This is ideal for people looking for a verdict quickly.

If you need a written report later, please note; you will need to purchase it separately as we will not have any records of the property saved therefore we would need to visit the property and thoroughly inspect it again.

 

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