ABIS- Accredited Building Inspections Surveyor

07/06/2026

🏠 Do You Own a Plaster-Clad Home?

Many New Zealand homeowners are unaware that some plaster-clad homes can develop hidden moisture and weathertightness issues long before visible signs appear.

By the time staining, mould, peeling paint, or soft timber become obvious, the damage behind the walls can already be significant.
The reality is that water often enters through the smallest defects:
✔ Failed sealants
✔ Poor flashing details
✔ Deck-to-wall junctions
✔ Window and door penetrations
✔ Balcony and waterproofing failures

As a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) and Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor, I regularly inspect homes where the owners had no idea there was a problem until repairs became expensive.
A professional inspection can help identify potential risk areas before they turn into major issues.

ABIS inspections can include:
✅ Moisture testing
✅ Thermal imaging
✅ Roof space inspections
✅ Subfloor inspections (where accessible)
✅ Assessment of weathertightness risk areas
✅ Practical maintenance and repair recommendations

Whether you're buying, selling, or simply want peace of mind, understanding the condition of your home is one of the best investments you can make.
Don't wait until a small leak becomes a major repair project.

ABIS – Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor

"Because a building inspection is not about ticking boxes. It's about understanding buildings."

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Imagine being told your home may have multiple leaks...

You want to do the right thing.
You want to fix any issues before selling.
You want to hand over a well-maintained home to the next owner.
But after reading the building report, you're left wondering:

❓ What is actually leaking?
❓ Where is the problem?
❓ Has moisture ingress been confirmed?
❓ What needs to be repaired?
❓ Where do I even start?

I was recently involved with a high-value Auckland property where the owners found themselves in exactly that position.

The report contained numerous infrared thermal images and identified multiple potential moisture concerns. However, the information provided left the owners uncertain about the actual cause, extent, and location of the alleged defects.
Further investigation was carried out, including opening selected areas around joinery that had been identified as concerns.

In the areas inspected, there was no visible staining, no mould growth, no deterioration, and no evidence of moisture-related damage.
This is an important reminder:
Thermal imaging is a valuable tool, but it does not identify leaks.
It identifies temperature variations that may require further investigation.

Just as importantly, thermal findings must be assessed in the context of the actual building system. In this case, the property was constructed using a Hebel/AAC block system rather than conventional timber framing.
Building inspections carry real responsibility.

For many homeowners, a report can influence repair decisions, buyer confidence, and potentially the value of one of their largest assets.

A good report should do more than raise concerns.

It should explain the findings, identify the evidence, assess the risk, and provide a clear path forward.
When clients finish reading a report, they should leave with a roadmap — not a question mark.

ABIS – Accredited Building Inspections Surveyor
✔ Evidence-Based
✔ Independent
✔ Practical
📞 027 946 6994
🌐 www.abisnz.com

25/05/2026

Buying a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make.

So the question is simple:
Who do you trust to inspect it?

At ABIS, inspections are carried out with real construction knowledge, practical building experience, and an understanding of how buildings actually perform over time — not just how they look on the day.

Why choose ABIS?
✔ Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor
✔ Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)
✔ BOINZ-trained
✔ Detailed NZS 4306:2005 compliant reporting
✔ Moisture testing & thermal imaging
✔ Real building experience behind every inspection
✔ Affordable pricing with professional service.

Not all inspectors come from a building background.

And not every inspection is carried out with the same level of technical understanding.

A good inspection is not just about ticking boxes.

It’s about recognising warning signs, understanding construction methods, identifying potential risks, and helping buyers make informed decisions before problems become expensive.

At ABIS, we believe professional inspections should still be affordable — without compromising quality, detail, or integrity.

Because when it comes to property inspections, people usually get what they pay for.

📍 Auckland & surrounding areas
📞 027 946 6994
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.abis.nz

ABIS — Protecting your investment through knowledge, experience, and integrity.

22/05/2026

Choosing the cheapest building inspector can be one of the most expensive mistakes a buyer makes.

In New Zealand, many serious building defects are hidden:
• moisture behind cladding
• leaking balconies and internal gutters
• missing flashings
• poor renovations
• structural alterations
• non-compliant building work
• water damage hidden inside walls, insulation, or framing

And the reality is this:
Not every inspector is accredited.
Not every inspector understands construction.
And not every inspector has actually built houses.

That matters.
Because a proper inspection is not just about walking through a property with a moisture meter and writing a quick report.
It’s about understanding:
• how buildings are constructed
• where they commonly fail
• how moisture travels
• what shortcuts builders take
• and which defects may turn into major financial problems later.

An accredited inspector follows recognised inspection standards such as NZS 4306 and is expected to inspect systematically and professionally.

At ABIS, inspections are backed not only by accreditation — but by real hands-on building experience from decades in construction.

Because buyers deserve more than a tick-box inspection.

They deserve clear, professional, independent information before making one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.

📞 027 946 6994
🌐 www.abis.nz

18/05/2026

“Jack of all trades… master of none.”

In construction, that combination can become very expensive.

Across Auckland we’re seeing more and more DIY repairs, handyman fixes, and rushed renovations that may look acceptable on the surface — but once opened up, the workmanship often tells a very different story.

At recent inspections we’ve identified: • Structural timber cut without proper support
• Incorrect deck and balcony waterproofing details
• Flat roofs with inadequate falls causing ponding
• Poor flashing installation around windows and cladding
• Plumbing and electrical work carried out without proper consideration for compliance
• Subfloor repairs completed with incorrect fixings and durability risks
Many of these defects don’t show up immediately.

The real problems often appear years later — moisture ingress, decay, movement, mould, or costly remedial work.

Under the NZ Building Code, building work must comply with: • B1 Structure
• B2 Durability
• E2 External Moisture
The reality is simple: Just because something looks finished doesn’t mean it’s performing properly.

If you’ve had work completed and something doesn’t feel right — or you simply want peace of mind before problems develop — it pays to have it independently inspected.

A professional inspection today can prevent a very expensive surprise tomorrow.

ABIS – Affordable Building Inspection Surveyor
Independent building inspections across Auckland
ABIS- LBP professionals

📞 027 946 6994
🌐 www.abis.nz