Christchurch & Canterbury Region Building Reports
Great Homes, Good Bones
Good Bones offers thorough, independent building inspections across Christchurch and the Canterbury region, helping buyers, sellers, and owners make informed decisions. Every full inspection service is conducted in accordance with NZS 4306:2005 standards and delivered with clarity, speed, and precision.
Whether you’re buying or selling your home, assessing a new build, reviewing EQC repairs, or planning renovations, our inspections are designed to uncover what matters most. We utilise advanced inspection equipment like ZipLevel Pro2000, drone footage and our subfloor rover to facilitate fast report turnaround, practical oversight and post-inspection support without compromise.
Prices include GST
Popular Inspection Services
Additional Inspection Services
Building Condition Report
A detailed assessment of the current state of a property, often used for planning renovations, maintenance, or insurance purposes.
Floor Level Survey
Full detailed floor plan markup and level plot. Identifies unevenness or signs of movement to help assess structural performance and potential EQ related variation.
Subfloor Rover Inspection
Advanced technology allows safe, thorough inspection of piles, framing, plumbing, insulation, and ground conditions in hard-to-access spaces.
Drone-Assisted Roof Inspection
Captures high-resolution imagery of roofs and high areas, safely identifying issues with materials, flashings, gutters, and penetrations.
Commercial Building Inspection
Tailored inspections for commercial properties, assessing condition, compliance, and maintenance requirements.
Compliance / CoA Consultation
Advice and observations on building alterations, Code of Acceptance (CoA) applications, and alignment with NZ Building Code requirements.
Maintenance Assessment & Schedule
Highlights existing and emerging issues, with practical recommendations and a suggested maintenance plan to protect your investment.
Last-Minute / Quick Turnaround
Fast, reliable inspections when time is critical — same high standard, delivered to meet urgent deadlines
Healthy Homes Reports
Rental property reporting against the Healthy Homes Standards to provide compliance documentation for tenancy agreements
Great Homes, Good Bones
Why you need Good Bones inspections
Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make. A building inspection ensures you know exactly what you’re investing in. Good Bones identifies risks early and gives you clear, independent advice—helping you make confident decisions and protect your investment.
For Buyers
Detect hidden issues like weathertightness, structural weaknesses, and earthquake damage. Avoid costly surprises and make informed decisions. Reports preferred by insurers, lenders, and brokers.
For Sellers
Address potential buyer concerns before listing. Market your property with full transparency. Reduce delays and improve sale outcomes.
Our Inspection Process
At Good Bones, our inspections follow the New Zealand Residential Property Inspection Standard (NZS 4306:2005). This ensures every inspection is detailed, consistent, and focused on what matters most.
Visual site inspection
Visual inspection of the section, including retaining walls, fencing, paving, decking, and drainage.
Subfloor & Foundations
Using a subfloor rover, we assess piles, framing, insulation, plumbing, ventilation, and ground conditions.
Floor Level Check
Spot-checked with a ZIPLEVEL 2000, a precision altimeter accurate to within 2 mm, to help identify any unevenness, movement, or settlement.
Roof Exterior
Ladder and drone inspection of roofing materials, fixings, flashings, penetrations, gutters, and downpipes.
Roof Space
Assessment of framing, insulation, roof underlay, ventilation, plumbing, electrical, roof penetrations, and signs of pests.
Exterior
Visual and drone-assisted review of cladding, windows, doors, flashings, and overall weathertightness.
Interior
Inspection of walls, ceilings, floors, lighting, joinery, and finishes.
Bathrooms, Kitchen & Laundry
Review of plumbing fittings, fixtures, and cabinetry, with non-invasive moisture testing in wet areas.
Moisture Testing
Non-invasive checks around plumbing, wet areas, and the external envelope to assess leaks or dampness.
Compliance Observations
Notes on renovations or alterations, with attention to workmanship and whether work appears consistent with the Building Code and council requirements.
EQC Damage & Repairs
Review of EQC Scope of Works and repair documentation against on-site findings.
Ancillary Buildings
Garages, sheds, and other standalone structures, where requested.
Inspector Sam
Sam brings a wealth of practical knowledge to every inspection.
With over 15 years in construction and 6 years specialising in building inspections, damage assessment, and project management. Sam’s understanding of the Building Code, NZ Standards, local planning compliance, and the EQC process ensures that every Good Bones inspection is thorough, reliable, and delivered with confidence. Same is Level 4 Carpentry trade qualified and LBP Carpentry registered.
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Why Choose Good Bones
The four C’s of our expertise...
Clear Communicators
Easy-to-understand reports, delivered within 24 hours
Competent
A qualified, experienced inspector you can trust
Consistent
The same thorough process and attention to detail, every time
Cost-Effective
Fair, transparent pricing with no hidden extras
