Christchurch is classified by Stats NZ as a major urban area within Christchurch City. Housing ranges from older villas and bungalows to homes built during the rebuild that followed the Canterbury earthquakes, so it helps to mention the age and type of the home in your request.
Inspections for Christchurch homes
Whether you are buying, selling or planning maintenance, an inspection gives you an independent view of a home's visible condition. Tell us about the property, including whether it has had earthquake repairs you know of, and any reports you already hold.
An inspector's report describes what they could see and access on the day. It is not a guarantee about hidden defects, and you should read it alongside council records and any engineering or repair documentation for the property.
What happens when you send a request
Requests are confirmed by a person before anything is booked. You will not be charged for sending one.
- You choose the property from the official LINZ address list, or enter it manually if it is not listed yet.
- You tell us the kind of inspection you need and the dates that suit you.
- Operations check which qualified independent inspectors can take the job and confirm a time with you.
- Only once you agree to a confirmed time is the inspection booked.
Common questions
- Can I book a specific date online?
- Not yet. Every request is confirmed with an inspector first, so we never show a date that nobody has agreed to. You will hear back with confirmed options.