Observation
What was visible at the time of inspection.
Interactive sample report
See What a Building Inspection Report Covers
Explore selected examples from a 1960s property and a new-build townhouse, including visible observations, practical recommendations and inspection limitations.
- LBP Builder
- BOINZ Accredited Building Surveyor
- Auckland Residential Inspections
- Visual, Non-Invasive Scope
Sample-use notice: These are selected examples from two sample reports. They do not describe another property and do not replace a property-specific inspection.
Choose a sample
Explore Two Different Property Contexts
Choose the older-home or new-build sample. Each contains ten approved examples grouped by building area.
How to read the sample
Four Parts of Each Finding
Why it may matter
The practical reason the item may be relevant to a buyer.
Recommendation
The suggested next step or suitable trade assessment.
Limitation
What could not be confirmed within a visual, non-invasive inspection.
Significant
Maintenance
Minor
Limitation
Selected report
Ten selected examples. Findings vary between properties. This sample is subject to a visual, non-invasive scope.
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Inspection scope
What a Visual, Non-Invasive Inspection Can and Cannot Confirm
May identify
- Visible defects and maintenance issues
- Visible moisture-related indicators
- Basic operation observations where within scope
- Access restrictions and inspection limitations
- Areas where further assessment may be appropriate
Does not confirm
- Concealed framing or hidden damage
- Hidden flashings, cavities or membranes
- Full electrical or plumbing compliance
- Future performance or every possible defect
- Conditions in inaccessible areas
Inspector credentials
Practical Residential Inspection Experience
Young Tsai is a Licensed Building Practitioner in Carpentry and a BOINZ Accredited Building Surveyor — Residential Property Inspection Level 1. Cozy Building Compliance provides visual, non-invasive residential building inspections across Auckland.
Young Tsai
Licensed Building Practitioner — Carpentry
BOINZ Accredited Building Surveyor
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A sample report shows the reporting format. A property-specific inspection addresses the visible condition and limitations of the property you are considering.
Sample Report and Professional-Scope Disclaimer
These sample findings are provided for general information and to demonstrate the format and type of content that may appear in a building inspection report. They relate only to the source sample properties, do not represent the condition of another property and do not replace a property-specific inspection.
A pre-purchase building inspection is visual and non-invasive and is subject to safe access, weather, occupancy, stored belongings and other inspection limitations. Concealed framing, flashings, wall underlay, cavities, waterproofing membranes, underground components and other hidden conditions cannot be confirmed without further investigation. Further assessment may be invasive, requires property-owner approval and should be undertaken by a suitably qualified professional.
The information on this Site is not legal, financial, valuation, negotiation or purchasing advice. It does not recommend whether a person should buy, not buy, proceed with or withdraw from a property transaction. It is not a pass/fail result, compliance certificate, warranty or guarantee, and does not confirm that a property is defect-free, safe, compliant or free from concealed defects.
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