Building Report Cost Estimates

We help Kiwis make sense of their building reports fast.

If you've just received a building inspection report and don’t know what to do next, you’re not alone. Every week across New Zealand, homeowners, first-time buyers, property investors, and real estate agents are handed reports full of technical jargon, long lists of issues, and zero practical guidance.

Most people freeze.

You’re left wondering:

What does any of this actually mean?
Which issues matter, and which don’t?
How much will these repairs cost?
Who do I even call to fix this?

That moment the panic after the report is where Insight Estimates comes in.

What We Do

We turn confusing inspection reports into clear, costed action plans.

At Insight Estimates, our mission is simple: we bridge the gap between building inspectors and real-world decisions.

We take your report (no matter who wrote it) and translate it into:

Plain-English summaries
Estimated repair costs based on NZ trade rates
A prioritised list of what’s urgent vs what’s cosmetic
Suggested trades for each issue
Optional connections to local, vetted tradies
And if you need it full project management

This means no guesswork. No confusion. Just clarity, confidence, and direction.

Why We Exist

Because most building reports leave people stuck.

Let’s be honest, Building reports aren’t designed to help you act. They’re designed to tick boxes and highlight risks. When you’re trying to buy, sell, or manage a property, time is critical. A delayed decision can cost you thousands or kill the deal entirely.

We created Insight Estimates to give people a way forward. We don’t inspect. We interpret. We don’t fix. We translate and connect.

Think of us as the missing link between inspection and clear understanding.

Do you cover all of New Zealand?
Whether you’re in Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch or a small rural town — if you’ve got a building report, we can help.

Here’s how it works:

You upload your report on our main page. Choose your price - 1-3 day turnaround time.

We break it down and send you a personalised action plan

You get a clear personalised breakdown of your building report. that you can move forward confidently with.
I just got my building report. Now what?
You’re not alone — most people are confused at this point. We turn your report into a clear action plan:

What needs fixing (and what doesn’t)

Estimated repair costs

Which trades you need

What to prioritise
Can you tell me how much it will cost to fix the issues?
Yes. We break down each issue by trade and give you ballpark cost estimates, so you know what you’re in for — before calling anyone.
I’m not a tradie… will I understand the report once you’re done?
Absolutely. We rewrite the technical jargon into plain English — no BS, no fluff.
How fast can I get my answers?
It's up to you. You choose if you want your estimates within 1 or 3 days. It's up to you.

Simply upload your report and choose how fast you want it. We'll do the rest.
I’m buying my first home and feel lost. Can you help me feel confident?
Yes — this is exactly what we do.

Most first-home buyers feel overwhelmed after getting the building report. We make it easy by breaking everything down in plain English.

Here’s what you get:

Clear summary of what needs fixing

Ballpark costs so you know what to budget

Priority list so you don’t waste money

Friendly support, no jargon, no pressure

As one buyer said:

“Super friendly, prompt, supportive… We bought the house and cannot wait for settlement. Please use Insight Estimates. My experience was amazing.” – Shana

Another wrote:

“Absolutely taken the stress out of our purchase… Relieved it’s just a long list of small jobs. Money damn well spent!”

You don’t need to guess your next move.
We’ll show you exactly what to do — and what it’s likely to cost.

I’m selling and a buyer’s report came back with issues. What should I fix?
We help you figure that out — fast.

When a buyer’s report raises flags, it’s easy to panic or waste money fixing the wrong things. We give you:

A clear summary of what matters vs what doesn’t

Estimated costs for repairs — so you’re not guessing

A priority list to help you decide whether to fix, discount, or leave it

Many sellers use our report to:

Negotiate with confidence

Justify a price adjustment

Avoid delays or collapse in the deal

Here is what our clients are saying:

“I loved that not only were they able to break down what repair work needed to be done — they were also able to do an estimate quote. Which I needed to solidify my request of either a reduction in price or work needing to be done.”

Whether you plan to fix it or not, we’ll help you protect your sale — and your time.

No fluff. No upsell. Just the facts you need to move forward.
My sale might fall through. Can you help fast?
Our 1 day turnaround option gives you your report within 24 hours. No fluff, just straight up clear breakdown.
Can I work with you to quote or do the repairs?
Yes. We’re always looking for reliable, high-quality tradespeople across NZ. We send you pre-qualified jobs with clear scopes — no time-wasters.
How do I join your trusted network?
Flick us a message and we’ll set up a quick chat. We only refer tradies we’d trust with our own homes.
My buyers always freak out after the building report. Can you help?
That’s our specialty. We break it down for them, calm the nerves, and provide a clear next step so your deal doesn’t stall.

We turn your confusing building report into a clear, costed action plan within 24 hours

Prioritised repairs

Zero jargon, full clarity

Delivered in 24 hours

Got a Building Report and Not Sure What It All Means?

- We break it down in plain English and show you what it could actually cost.

- 24-72 hour turnaround on itemised repair cost estimates.

- Clear explanations. Realistic cost estimates. No bias. Just facts.

We help Kiwis make sense of their building reports fast.

“Personalised, plain-English breakdowns — no jargon”

“Know what needs fixing, what’s safe to ignore, and what to do next”

“Use our summary to negotiate with confidence”

“Turn any building report into a clear, confident next step.”

Already have a report?

﻿We help you decode it, know what matters, and what to do next, fast.

We help Kiwis make sense of their building report fast

Plain-English summaries with repair estimates

Price reports from $229

1 or 3 day turnaround

Residential and commercial covered

We help Kiwis make sense of their building reports fast.

What We Do

Why We Exist

How We Turn Confusion into Confidence

How It Works

How It Works

Upload Your Building Report

Upload your building report

(PDF or doc) and any photos you have of the property.

Choose Service

Choose 1 or 3 business day turnaround.

You Get Clear Answers

Receive your clear summary with estimated repair costs, and trade breakdowns.

STEP 1: Upload Your Building Report

Upload your building report (PDF or doc) and any photos you have of the property.

STEP 2: Choose Service

Choose 1 or 3 business day turnaround.

STEP 3: Receive Clear Answers

Receive your clear summary with estimated repair costs and

trade breakdowns.

Testimonials

Who is this for?

💡 Home Buyers

💡Sellers

💡Building Inspectors

Your job is to deliver a clear, high-quality report. Ours is to help your client understand what to do next. Without crossing your scope or slowing you down.

💡 Real Estate Agents

Who is this for?

💡Home Buyers

💡Sellers

💡Real Estate Agents

💡Building Inspectors

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Choose the plan that best fits you

$229

$229

Standard - Get your report within 72hrs

$229

$319

Reports You Can Actually Understand

We take the stress out of buying by breaking down every key issue in your building report. You'll know what matters, what it might cost to fix, and whether it’s worth moving forward.

Clarity on what to fix

We show you which issues are worth addressing, what they might cost, and what’s not worth stressing over. You’ll protect the deal without overspending.

Reports that are not overwhelming

We give you a summary with estimated repair costs, risk points, and trade suggestions, so you can move quickly and confidently without second-guessing a thing.

Step 1: Upload

Upload your building report (PDF or doc) and any photos you have of the property.

Step 2: We Review

Our experts analyze your report, estimate costs, and create a priority list of repairs.

Step 3:

Get Clear Answers

Within 24 hours, receive your complete estimate with plain English explanations.

$197 (Most Popular)

Standard

From $297 P.O.A

Commercial

Best for Businesses or Large Properties

$289 (Priority Review)

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URGENT

We help you decode it, know what matters, and what to do next, fast.

Your job is to deliver a clear, high-quality report.
Ours is to help your client understand what to do next. Without crossing your scope or slowing you down.