Expert Building Reports and Property Advice
Providing independent building assessments, technical due diligence, compliance checks, and practical guidance to give property owners, investors, and businesses complete confidence in their property decisions.
20+
Years of
experience
Trusted Chartered Building Consultants in Tauranga and Bay of Plenty
ABOUT US
Baywise delivers expert advice across Tauranga, Bay of Plenty and the wider North Island. Whether you’re a property owner, manager, landlord/tenant, buying or selling, we provide advice and guidance in thorough easy to understand detailed reports backed by years of experience.
Local knowledge of Tauranga & Bay of Plenty
Chartered & Independent Experts
Residential & Commercial Services
Why Baywise?
Expertise You Can Trust
We’re chartered professionals, committed to the highest standards. Our advice is clear, independent, and backed by deep technical knowledge. We help you make confident decisions—whether you’re buying a home or commercial property, require building compliance advice, or resolving a dispute.
Chartered Building Consultants
Residential & Commercial Expertise
Technical Knowledge + Practical Insight
Clear, Actionable Reporting
Local Council Know-how
Our Services
Residential
Commercial
Chartered Residential Surveying & Advice
HOMEOWNERS & BUYERS
1. Residential Building Survey
A comprehensive pre-purchase building survey undertaken by a Chartered Building Surveyor, identifying the condition, risks and future obligations associated with property ownership.
2. Weathertightness Investigation Reports
Worried about a leaking building? We'll uncover the problems and give you a clear report and plan.
3. Certificate of Acceptance Reports
Do you need to legitimise unconsented building work? If you started building work on or after 1 July 1992, you may be able to get a Certificate of Acceptance (CoA).
4. Timber Remediation Specialists
We assess timber framing for decay in leaky homes. Our expert identifies all areas needing replacement, providing a full photographic report and council letter to meet your building consent requirements.
5. Assisting building owners in the obtaining of Code Compliance Certificates for old building consents
If you have an old building consent that has no Code Compliance Certificate, then give Baywise a call. We perform building assessments and can help you through the entire process.
6. Dispute resolution (expert witness)
We assist with building and construction disputes. Our technical advice and expert opinions have helped many clients resolve their cases.
7. Construction observations/QA inspections for remediation & new building works.
New Build & Remediation Projects
Concerned about your project's quality? Our construction observation service will give you peace of mind ensuring that it is constructed as specified and meets minimum workmanship standards.
8. Insurance assessments and reinstatements
Expert insurance assessments and reinstatement scopes for insurers and property owners. We provide independent technical evidence to determine the cause of damage and can assist in cases where a claim has been declined.
9. Maintenance Planning
We shall assess the current condition of your property, identify any deferred maintenance, forecast future maintenance, assess the life expectancy of building elements for scheduled replacement and present in a clear understandable report format.
10. Safe & Sanitary reports/ Third Party Reports
Baywise provides independent Third-Party and Safe & Sanitary building reports to assist in obtaining insurance, lending and assessing unauthorised building work.
11. Change of Use Assessments
We can assist in assessing if a change of use has occurred to your property and provide guidance on any necessary changes or upgrades required.
12. Mould and Air Quality Testing
Professional on-site sampling for mould and air quality. We facilitate independent laboratory analysis and provide expert advice based on the findings to help you maintain a healthy home environment.
Commercial Building Consultancy
For Commercial Clients
1. Commercial technical due diligence inspections
We provide pre-acquisition Commercial Building Surveys with clear, detailed reports that highlight defects and risks to support informed property decisions.
2. Schedule of Condition Surveys
Before commercial leases commence, we create a detailed Schedule of Condition with photographs to record the property’s state.
We also prepare Schedules of Condition prior to the commencement of nearby construction and/or infrastructure work.
These records serve as a benchmark to establish the baseline for lease reinstatement obligations, thereby preventing future disputes and protecting the interests of the parties involved.
3. Building weathertightness investigations (building pathology)
Worried about a leaking building? We'll uncover the problems and give you a clear report and plan.
Baywise has investigated and reported upon a wide range of building types and scale, ranging from residential homes, commercial units to multi-unit apartment and town house complexes.
His experience provides clients with valuable insight into the causes of failure and in determining an appropriate level of any required remedial repairs.
4. Timber remediation assessments for re-cladding projects
We assess timber framing for decay in leaky homes. Our expert identifies all areas needing replacement, providing a full photographic report and council letter to meet your building consent requirements.
5. Reinstatement (Dilapidation) Assessment
Baywise act on behalf of Landlords and Tenants at all stages of the Dilapidations process.
Our Reinstatement Assessment Reports help interpret repair or reinstatement liabilities, to minimise financial exposure prior to the termination or during the term of a lease.
6. Insurance assessments and reinstatements
Commercial insurance assessments and reinstatement scopes. We provide independent technical evidence for insurers and commercial tenants, offering expert guidance on property damage and assistance with declined or disputed claims.
7. Construction observations/QA inspections for remediation & new building works.
New Build & Remediation Projects Concerned about your project's quality? Our construction observation service will give you peace of mind ensuring that it is constructed as specified and meets minimum workmanship standards.
8. Maintenance Planning
We shall assess the current condition of your property, identify any deferred maintenance, forecast future maintenance, assess the life expectancy of building elements for scheduled replacement and present in a clear understandable report format.
9. Safe & Sanitary reports/ Third Party Reports
Baywise provides independent Third-Party and Safe & Sanitary building reports to assist in obtaining insurance, lending and assessing unauthorised building work.
10. Change of Use Assessments
We can assist in assessing if a change of use has occurred to your property and provide guidance on any necessary changes or upgrades required.
11. Mould Testing & Advice
Professional on-site sampling for surface mould and in the air. We facilitate independent laboratory analysis and provide expert advice based on the findings to assist with building remediation and occupant health.
Let’s Talk About Your Property
Get In Touch Today
Whether you're a homeowner in the residential property sector or involved with the commercial property sector, Baywise is here to provide independent advice and expert building consultancy services you can trust.
