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Ruru Building Solutions
House Surveys, Pre-Purchase Inspections & Building Services Across Manawatū + Whanganui
When you’re buying or selling a home, you want to know exactly what you’re dealing with. At Ruru Building Solutions, we provide thorough house surveys, building inspections, and pre-purchase building reports with over 25 years of building experience.
Al is a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP), so you get expert advice from someone who truly understands how homes are constructed — not just a checklist of issues. Alongside inspections, we also take on general building work, repairs, and renovations.
House Surveys & Building Inspections
(Pre-Purchase, Pre-Sale & General Property Inspections)
A thorough inspection can save you a lot of money and stress. We provide detailed house surveys, pre-purchase inspections, and
pre-sale building reports, covering the structure, condition, and safety of the property.
Pre-Purchase Building Inspections
Buying a home? Our pre-purchase building reports cover moisture, electrical safety, roofing, cladding, foundations, insulation, drainage, and general condition. You’ll get a full picture of the property before committing.
Pre-Sale Inspections
If you’re selling, a pre-sale house survey helps identify issues early so buyers know they can trust the property.
What’s Included in Every House Survey
Subfloor inspection (piles, joists, ventilation, insulation, plumbing)
Interior condition and safety checks
Moisture testing in key areas
Roof space inspection (framing, insulation, leaks, wiring, vermin)
Roof and exterior cladding checks
Joinery, windows, flashings
Electrical and plumbing observations
Site, outbuildings, drainage, and general grounds
Optional add-ons:
Thermal imaging
Drone roof inspection
Healthy Homes Reports
For landlords and property managers, we offer Healthy Homes inspections, checking insulation, heating, ventilation, drainage, moisture control, and smoke alarms.
Earthquake Resilience Checks
With experience working on earthquake-affected homes, we can assess the structural resilience of a property and highlight potential risks.
General Building Work & Renovations
While inspections are our main focus, we’re also fully equipped to handle a wide range of building work:
Renovations and repairs
Decks, fencing, and outdoor structures
General maintenance
Small building projects
Insurance-related repair work
Having a builder and LBP carry out your inspection means you get more than a list of issues — you get practical advice on how to fix them and what to prioritise.
Why Choose Ruru Building Solutions?
Over 25 years hands-on building experience
Al is a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)
Builder + inspector — practical insight, not just a checklist
Local knowledge of Manawatū & Whanganui homes
Clear, easy-to-understand reports with photos
Flexible — small or large homes, rentals, older properties
Fast communication and reliable scheduling
Get In Touch
Whether you’re buying, selling, or maintaining a home, we’re here to help with house surveys, building inspections, and general building services.
027 550 7072
office@rurubuilding.com
Ruru Building Solutions
The Ruru Is A Powerful Figure In Maori Mythology And Tradition. To Maori it is known as a symbol of wisdom, along with possessing mystical powers. While the services we offer at Ruru Building Solutions are far from mystical, we do draw on years of experience in the construction and insurance Industries to bring wise advice and great service to our clients