Pro-Spect Pricing
Building Inspection Pricing Guide
Our professional building surveying and inspection services help buyers, sellers, and property owners make informed decisions with confidence.
Each inspection is carried out with a focus on professionalism, clarity, and practical reporting.The pricing below is provided as a guide only and may vary depending on the size, age, construction type, complexity, and location of the property.
A confirmed quotation will always be provided by our office prior to confirming your booking.
ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF GST
Building Inspection Cost Tauranga
Looking for the cost of a building inspection in Tauranga? Our pricing guide gives you a clear starting point for pre purchase building inspections, pre sale building reports and related property inspection services across Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty.
The final building inspection cost depends on the size, age and complexity of the property, along with items such as extra storeys, cladding type, detached structures and whether a council file review is needed. The guide below shows our base pricing and the most common additional inspection variables.
For an exact quote, use our Instant Estimate form and we will confirm the pricing once the full property details are known.
For properties outside Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke, Maketu, Pukehina, Pongakawa, Matatā, Edgecumbe, Awakeri, Whakatāne and Ōhope, travel fees apply — see the Travel Fee Table at the bottom of this page.
What the Base Fee Covers
- One primary dwelling only
- Single storey
- Concrete slab foundation
- No plaster or monolithic cladding systems
- No detached structures requested for inspection
- No review of the council property file
- Located within our standard service areas
Pre Purchase/Sale
Building Report
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1 Bedroom $549
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2 Bedroom $599
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3 Bedroom $699
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4 Bedroom $749
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5 Bedroom $799
Meth Testing
(Lab Composite)
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Up to 5 Sample areas (1-2 Bedroom) $319
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6-10 Sample areas (2-4 Bedroom) $379
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11-15 Sample areas (3-5 Bedroom) $459
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16-20 Sample areas (5-6 Bedroom) $539
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21+ Sample areas (7+ Bedroom) $619+
Weathertightness
Report
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1 Bedroom $949
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2 Bedroom $999
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3 Bedroom $1099
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4 Bedroom $1149
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5 Bedroom $1199
Meth Testing
(Field Composite)
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Up to 5 Sample areas (1-2 Bedroom) $249
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6-10 Sample areas (2-4 Bedroom) $299
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11-15 Sample areas (3-5 Bedroom) $379
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16-20 Sample areas (5-6 Bedroom) $379
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21+ Sample areas (7+ Bedroom) $459+
Condition and Maintenance Report
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1 Bedroom $649
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2 Bedroom $699
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3 Bedroom $899
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4 Bedroom $949
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5 Bedroom $999
Healthy homes Assessment
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1 Bedroom $249
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2 Bedroom $299
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3 Bedroom $299
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4 Bedroom $299
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5 Bedroom $349
Additional Aspects that affect Building Inspection Cost.
| Additional Inspection Variables | Additional Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Extra Storeys | Two storey, split level, or multi level dwellings | $50 per additional level |
| Homes Built Prior to 2005 | Older construction periods, possible renovations, or building eras associated with increased defect risk, weathertightness risk, or deferred maintenance | $50–$100 |
| Foundation / Subfloor Space | Raised timber floors or accessible subfloor spaces | $50 |
| Plaster / Monolithic Cladding | EIFS, stucco, fibre cement sheet systems and other monolithic / plaster systems | $100–$200 |
| Separate Outbuildings / Garages / Sleepouts | Detached garages, sheds, workshops, or sleepouts requested to be inspected | $100–$200 per structure |
| Council Property File Review | Review of council held building records and high level comparison with observable site improvements | $200–$300 |
| Attached Self Contained Unit | Attached unit with independent bathroom and kitchen facilities | $100–$200 |
| Minor Secondary Dwelling / Cottage | Separate fully functioning dwelling on the same site | $300–$500 |
- Final pricing is confirmed before booking once the full property details and inspection requirements are known.
- Applies to Building Inspections only - Not applicable to Healthy Homes Assessments or Meth Testing.
- All prices are inclusive of GST.
| Location-Based Travel Fees | Travel Fee (By Location) | |
|---|---|---|
| Included Areas |
Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke, Maketu, Pukehina, Pongakawa, Matatā, Edgecumbe, Awakeri, Whakatāne, Ōhope
The above areas are included in our standard service fee — no additional travel fees apply. |
$0 |
| Zone 1 | Te Puna, Whakamarama, Minden, Oropi, Omanawa, Lower Kaimai, Kaimai, Waitao, Rangiuru, Poroporo, Tāneatua, Te Teko, Manawahe, Otakiri, Lake Rotomā | $50 |
| Zone 2 | Omokoroa, Katikati, Aongatete, Apata, Kauri Point, Kawerau, Lake Rotoehu, Lake Rotoiti, Okere Falls, Waimana | $100 |
| Zone 3 | Rotorua, Ngongotahā, Hamurana, Fairy Springs, Western Heights, Springfield, Fenton Park, Glenholme, Owhata, Lynmore | $200 |
| Zone 4 | Waihi, Waihi Beach, Athenree, Bowentown, Matamata, Waharoa, Hinuera, Tīrau, Putāruru, Ōpōtiki | $250 |
- Travel fees are based on location and apply to all jobs to ensure consistent and transparent pricing across the region.
- Properties located between listed towns or in surrounding rural areas are charged according to the nearest service zone.
- Service Area Limits: We do not service areas east of Ōpōtiki, south of Rotorua, north of Matamata, or west of Tīrau.
- All prices are inclusive of GST.