ABIS- Accredited Building Inspections Surveyor

21/09/2026

20/09/2026

💧 Water Leaks Are Not Always Where They Appear

Moisture found beside or below a window does not necessarily mean the water entered at that exact location. As this diagram shows, rainwater can enter behind the cladding, travel along the window-head flashing and pe*****te the wall at a poorly formed end dam or flashing transition.

With more than 35 years of building experience, ABIS combines practical construction knowledge with professional inspection methods to help identify the likely source of water ingress—not just the visible symptoms.

Our leak and moisture investigations may include:
🔹 Detailed visual inspection of cladding, windows and junctions
🔹 Non-invasive moisture testing
🔹 Thermal imaging where appropriate
🔹 Assessment of flashings, sealants and drainage paths
🔹 Clear recommendations for further investigation or repairs

Early investigation can help prevent hidden timber decay, mould and more expensive repairs.

ABIS – Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor

📞 027 946 6994
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.abis.nz

08/09/2026

Sometimes I genuinely can’t believe what gets ignored in a house.

During a recent ABIS inspection of an older home in Mt Albert for an older couple, we discovered significant evidence of long-term water ingress.

The problem had progressed well beyond a simple ceiling stain — with damaged linings, mould and timber decay evident.

What could once have been a relatively straightforward repair had developed into a much larger issue.

Small leaks don’t stay small.

Whether you are buying a property or maintaining the home you already own, identifying moisture problems early can save thousands in future repairs.

ABIS – Accredited Building Inspection Services
✔ LBP Builder
✔ BOINZ Accredited Building Inspector
✔ Inspections carried out in accordance with NZS 4306:2005
✔ Pre-Purchase & Building Condition Inspections
✔ Moisture Assessment

📞 027 946 6994
🌐 www.abis.nz⁠
Know before you commit.

30/08/2026

🏠 LOOKING FOR A BUILDING INSPECTION IN AUCKLAND?

Buying? Selling? Concerned about moisture? Planning a renovation or dealing with unconsented work?
ABIS can help.

🔍 OUR INSPECTION SERVICES
✓ Pre-Purchase Inspections (PPI)
✓ Pre-Sale Inspections (PSI)
✓ Weathertightness & Moisture Inspections
✓ Healthy Homes Assessments
✓ Defect Investigations
✓ Pre-Renovation & Invasive Inspections
✓ Building Condition Inspections
✓ COA & Unconsented Work Assessments

Residential property inspections are carried out in accordance with NZS 4306:2005, with moisture testing, thermal imaging and photographic reporting where required.

🎁 LIMITED-TIME OFFER
Book an inspection with ABIS and if we identify significant defects, we'll also provide an indicative estimate of the likely repair costs at no additional charge, based on current Auckland labour and material prices.
Because finding the problem is only part of the story.

The next question I normally get is:
💬 “How much is this actually going to cost to fix?”

As an LBP and Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor with over 30 years in the building industry, I understand not only what the defect is, but what's actually involved in putting it right.

Whether you're buying, negotiating a purchase price or planning repairs, knowing the likely cost can help you make a much better decision.

📍 Auckland-wide service
🏠 ABIS – Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor

Repair cost estimates are indicative only, for budgeting purposes, and are not fixed quotations.

It’s all about leaks.

23/08/2026

🏠 PROPERTY QUESTIONS? GET PROFESSIONAL ANSWERS.

ABIS – Accredited Building Inspection Surveyor.

Professional building inspection and property assessment services across Auckland:

🔍 Pre-Purchase & Pre-Sale Building Inspections
💧 Weathertightness & Moisture Assessments
🌡️ Thermal Imaging & Leak Investigation
🏠 Healthy Homes Assessments
📋 Building Defect & Remedial Assessments
🏗️ Assistance with Certificate of Acceptance (COA) applications & supporting documentation
🔨 Assessment of unconsented or questionable building work
📑 Practical advice on repair and compliance pathways
⚡ Fast turnaround – reports generally within 24 hours
📅 Weekend inspections available

Building knowledge backed by practical construction experience. Clear findings. Professional reporting. Practical solutions.

📞 027 946 6994
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.abis.nz
ABIS – Inspect. Assess. Advise.