Bay of Plenty's Trusted Building Inspection Specialists

Building Surveying Services Ltd is Tauranga's established name for professional building inspections and surveys, serving residential and commercial property buyers, sellers, investors, and owners across the Bay of Plenty since June 2000. Based in Otumoetai, Tauranga, the team has completed over 25,000 high quality property inspections in 25 years and holds a strong Google rating, making them the preferred choice for those who value comprehensive, expert advice and fast turnaround times.

Proudly New Zealand owned and operated, BSS BOP provides clear, honest, and independent reports that meet the highest standards in the industry. Whether you are buying your first home, selling an investment property, managing a rental, or dealing with council and consenting issues, the team is here to help you make confident, well-informed property decisions.

Why Independent Building Inspections Matter

Today's complex construction industry presents real risks, including poor building standards, flawed workmanship, leaky homes, insufficient maintenance, and unauthorised building work. These issues are not always visible to the untrained eye, and they can be extremely costly to resolve after a purchase is made.

All Building Surveying Services inspectors are fully trained and credentialed through the NZ Institute of Building Inspectors (NZIBI) and the NZ Institute of Building Surveyors, with ongoing training as the industry evolves. Their reports meet the NZS 4306:2005 New Zealand Standard for Residential Property Inspections and are accepted by ANZ and all other major banks under the November 2019 bank guidelines.

Services

Building Inspections

Pre-Purchase Building Inspections

A pre-purchase inspection is one of the most important steps any property buyer can take. BSS BOP's inspections go beyond a standard walkthrough. Every pre-purchase inspection includes a Council property file search or LIM report comparison, identifying any variations between Council records and the actual layout of the property. Unauthorised building work can go undetected by lawyers, real estate agents, and untrained inspectors viewing a LIM alone, and can have significant implications for insurance, mortgage lending, and future rectification costs.

The inspection confirms whether the property has been correctly signed off and, where applicable, whether it has received its Code Compliance Certificate (CCC).

Pre-Sale Building Inspections

Getting a building inspection done before listing a property gives sellers a clear picture of the property's condition, allows time to address any issues, and builds confidence with potential buyers. BSS BOP's pre-sale reports are thorough, professionally presented, and accepted by banks and insurers.

Commercial Building Inspections

The team carries out inspections on industrial and commercial buildings throughout the Bay of Plenty, providing the same standard of independent, detailed reporting applied to residential work.

Weathertightness

BSS BOP offers a full suite of weathertightness services, recognising that moisture and cladding issues remain one of the most significant and costly risks for New Zealand property owners.

Non-Invasive Moisture Testing

A first-stage assessment using moisture detection equipment to identify areas of concern without opening up the building.

Invasive Moisture Testing

Where non-invasive testing indicates a potential problem, invasive testing allows a more thorough investigation into the extent of any moisture ingress or damage within the building envelope.

Weathertightness Surveys

Comprehensive surveys of the building envelope to assess the overall weathertightness of a property and identify any areas of risk or failure.

Cladding Assessments

Independent assessments of cladding systems to determine their condition, performance, and compliance.

Supervision of Reclads

Where a property requires recladding, BSS BOP can provide supervision and quality oversight throughout the remediation process.

Rental Properties

Healthy Homes Reports

New Zealand's Healthy Homes Standards set minimum requirements for heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and drainage, and draught stopping in rental properties. BSS BOP provides Healthy Homes assessments to help landlords meet their compliance obligations.

Asbestos Surveys

BSS BOP holds BOHS IP420 and IP405 International Proficiency Certificates in Surveying, Sampling and Management of Asbestos in Buildings, making them qualified to conduct asbestos surveys for property owners, landlords, and commercial operators.

Methamphetamine Testing

Meth contamination is an ongoing concern for rental property owners. BSS BOP offers methamphetamine testing as part of their rental property services.

Pre-Tenancy Reports

A pre-tenancy condition report documents the state of a property before a tenancy begins, providing a clear baseline record that protects both landlords and tenants.

Council and Consenting Issues

Unauthorised building work is an offence under section 40 of the 2004 Building Act and can have serious implications for property owners. BSS BOP is suitably qualified to assist with:

Certificate of Acceptance (COA) Application Reports for unauthorised work completed after July 1992, prepared for Council's consideration.

Third Party Reports for unauthorised work completed prior to July 1992.

These reports can be critical in resolving consenting issues, enabling property sales to proceed, and ensuring appropriate insurance cover is in place.

Dilapidation Reports

Dilapidation reports document the condition of a property or structure at a given point in time, providing an objective record that can be used before development, construction, or infrastructure work begins on or near an existing property. BSS BOP provides dilapidation reports for property owners, developers, and contractors across the Bay of Plenty.

Additional Services

BSS BOP also provides quality control inspections on new builds, dispute resolution support, house relocation reports, MBIE determinations, and project management services. The breadth of the team's experience across the building industry makes them a valuable resource well beyond the standard inspection.

The Team

Building Surveying Services is led by director Chris, who brings a background spanning leadership, engineering, manufacturing, and the building industry, and provides strategic oversight and a commitment to consistent, high quality service delivery.

The inspection team includes Graeme, frequently cited by name in client reviews as one of the most thorough and knowledgeable inspectors in the Bay of Plenty; Darren Carter, who has done project management through the design, consent, and tendering phases of large-scale multi-unit apartment remediation projects; Rob, an experienced inspector covering a wide range of property types; Craig Stone, who spent 15 years in the Tauranga building industry across new builds and renovations before transitioning into building surveying; and Stephen, who clients have praised for his thoroughness and approachability. The office is supported by Joanne, the office manager, who clients consistently describe as professional, helpful, and a pleasure to deal with.

All inspectors hold current certified credentials through the NZIBI and the NZ Institute of Building Surveyors and receive ongoing training as industry standards evolve.

Same-Day Reports

BSS BOP consistently delivers inspection reports on the same day as the inspection, a feature clients regularly highlight as a major advantage when working to tight property purchase timelines. Reports are detailed, clearly written, include relevant photographs, and are formatted to be understood by clients who are not building professionals.

Hours and Location

Building Surveying Services Ltd is located at 100 Grange Road, Otumoetai, Tauranga 3110 and is open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

To book an inspection or speak with the team, call 0800 405 616 or email admin@bssbop.co.nz.