FAQs

  • A BOINZ Accredited Building Surveyor has gone through a rigorous training and peer review process to ensure that the building inspections they carry out adhere strictly to the voluntary standard NZS4306 Residential Property Inspection Standard.

    This ensure that their clients receive the very best building inspections, so they have a complete and accurate picture of the property they are considering buying.

    Every year a BOINZ Accredited Building Surveyor has their reports audited by the professional body to ensure that they are maintaining the highest standards and their knowledge is current and up to date.

    JC Consultants we are qualified thorough the RICS and are BOINZ Accredited Building Surveyors.

    We are committed to the highest standards and ongoing professional development and the highest standard of service delivery to our clients.

  • To inspect your biggest investment a comprehensive inspection takes around 3 hours to complete and more on larger homes.

    Unfortunately, because the building inspection industry is unregulated, some companies take just an hour or less to complete an inspection.

    These quick inspections can miss critical issues, but because these inspectors do 4 or more building inspections a day, they may charge a bit less and you get a lot less.

    Contact us for a quote and example report.

  • Yes, we carry out building inspections in accordance with the standard.

    To carry out a building inspection properly to the NZS4306 New Zealand Residential Property Inspection Standard takes on a standard 100m2 approximately 3 hours. If it is any less, this standard is not being met.

    Following this standard ensures our clients know exactly what they are buying and have all the information they need to make a great decision.

  • So you know exactly what you are buying and what condition your house is in and what possible maintenance costs you may face over the years. This will leave you in a strong position to negotiate with the people you are buying the house from.

    It will also make sure you can afford the house and the maintenance needs it might have. Remember this might be something quite small or it might be quite large. When you have your report you will have the knowledge to decide on your next move.

    Without a Pre-Purchase Inspection you are effectively buying your house blind. Protect what will probably be your biggest investment and book an inspection today.Item description