Areas we cover

Building inspections in Howick, Pakuranga and East Auckland

Pre-purchase, pre-sale, Healthy Homes and maintenance inspections for homes in Howick, Pakuranga, Botany, Flat Bush and across East Auckland. Over 20 years in construction, a plain-English report within 24 hours of the inspection, and a phone call to talk you through it.

Call 027 202 4496Email a request

What we pay attention to in East Auckland

Whether you call it a building inspection, house inspection, home inspection or pre-purchase inspection, it is the same thing: a visual check of a property's condition, carried out to NZS 4306. A property's age, construction and condition matter more than its suburb, and every inspection is assessed on the individual property.

Newer and mixed-age homes

East Auckland has many newer homes alongside older ones. Each type ages in its own way, so we look at how the house was built.

Windows, decks and balconies

We pay attention to moisture around windows, decks, balconies and roof junctions.

Cladding

The general condition of the cladding, and any signs of moisture damage we can see.

Moisture and thermal imaging

Moisture meter readings at risk areas, plus thermal imaging on a Standard House Inspection.
We look at cladding as part of our general visual inspection. We do not carry out weathertightness assessments.

What we inspect

Standard House Inspection

From $550 + GST. A detailed written report, with thermal imaging included.

Small House Inspection

Properties up to 100 m², from $350 + GST.

Pre-sale inspection

The same price as a standard report, so there are no surprises mid-sale.

Verbal Inspection

From $250 + GST. A practical verbal assessment, without a full written report.

Maintenance Inspection

From $400 + GST. What needs attention, with a budget estimate and recommended time frames.

Healthy Homes Inspection

From $150 + GST. A check against the key Healthy Homes requirements.

How it works

1. BookCall or send a request with the address and what you need.
2. InspectionArranged and completed, mostly within 24 hours of booking.
3. ReportA plain-English report, within 24 hours of the inspection.
4. Phone callWe book a call to talk you through the results.

Common questions

Do you do pre-purchase house inspections in Howick, Pakuranga and East Auckland?

Yes. We inspect homes across Howick, Pakuranga and East Auckland for buyers, and can often inspect within 24 hours of booking. Call 027 202 4496 with the address and your deadline.

How soon will I get my report?

Within 24 hours of the inspection, in plain English with clear photos. We then book a phone call to talk you through it.

What does a house inspection cost?

A Standard House Inspection starts from $550 + GST and includes thermal imaging. A Small House Inspection (up to 100 m²) starts from $350 + GST, and a Healthy Homes inspection from $150 + GST.

Can you inspect a house I am selling?

Yes. A pre-sale inspection costs the same as a standard report and helps you find and deal with issues before buyers do.

Suburbs covered: Howick, Pakuranga, Botany Downs, Dannemora, Flat Bush, Highland Park, Bucklands Beach, Half Moon Bay, East Tamaki, Panmure, Glen Innes, St Heliers, Clevedon and Beachlands.

Local area pages: Papakura, Takanini and Manurewa · Pukekohe, Drury and Karaka · Waiuku, Glenbrook and Tuakau · All Auckland areas · North Waikato

More: Pre-purchase inspections · Thermal imaging · Healthy Homes inspections · About Mike

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm. Weekends by appointment.
Contact: 027 202 4496 | info@whatisnextltd.co.nz
Based in Papakura, Auckland. Covering Greater Auckland and North Waikato.