Trusted Healthy Home Inspection Company in Manawatu

Our Healthy Homes assessment service provides landlords and property managers in Palmerston North, Feilding, Levin, Whanganui and surrounds with a full property audit to ensure compliance with New Zealand’s Healthy Homes Standards.

The Healthy Homes Standards, effective for all rentals as of 1 July 2025, set minimum requirements in five areas: heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture ingress & drainage, and draught‑stopping. These standards aim to prevent cold, damp and draughty environments in rental properties, improving tenant health and protecting landlord investments.

What the Assessment Includes

During the assessment, our local Manawatū & Whanganui inspectors evaluate your property against each standard. We check that heating appliances can maintain at least 18 °C in the main living room, that insulation meets minimum R‑value thickness and integrity, that each habitable room has adequate ventilation and fixtures like extractor fans, that drainage systems and moisture barriers are functioning correctly, and that doors, windows, floors and unused fireplaces are properly sealed to prevent draughts.

The inspection typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes depending on property size. We arrange access with tenants, complete the audit, and issue a detailed report - usually within 48 hours - alongside a certificate of compliance once payment is received.

Why You Need an Assessment

Landlords are legally required to ensure rental properties comply with the Healthy Homes Standards within set timeframes. Failure to comply can result in penalties of up to NZ$7,200 under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.

Our service helps landlords meet these obligations with confidence. We deliver a professional report that includes clear findings, photographic documentation and guidance on what upgrades are required and how to meet compliance efficiently.

How We Work in Your Region

Operating across Manawatū and Whanganui, including Palmerston North, Feilding, Levin, Marton and rural communities, our regional specialists combine local knowledge with technical expertise. We coordinate inspections with minimal disruption to tenants, maintain transparent pricing, and manage follow‑up compliance checks if upgrades are undertaken.

‍From Assessment to Compliance

Once the initial inspection is complete, our report outlines any items that fall short of the standards. Should upgrades be needed, such as heating installation, insulation topping-up, extractor fan fitting, drainage repairs, or draught‑sealing we can coordinate trusted local trades or support your own contractor arrangements. A follow-up review can confirm compliance and allow us to issue the final certification as required.

Legislation & Compliance Timeline

• The Healthy Homes Standards became law on 1 July 2019, with staged implementation for insulation and compliance requirements.
  
  
• Private landlords were initially required to meet the standards within 90 days of a new or renewed tenancy (until August 2022), then within 120 days.
  
  
• As of 1 July 2025, all rental properties must fully comply with all five standards, regardless of tenancy status.

Benefits for Landlords

• Clear legal compliance: Avoid notices and fines by demonstrating property readiness.
  
  
• Tenant wellbeing: Warmer, drier homes reduce health risks and reinforce tenant retention.
  
  
• Asset protection: Compliant properties typically require fewer long‑term maintenance fixes.
  
  
• Professional assessment: Receive a comprehensive and objective audit conducted by accredited inspectors.
  
  
• Local service: Regional expertise ensures each job is handled with an understanding of local building styles and weather conditions.

Get Started

If you’re managing rental properties in Manawatū or Whanganui, we can help ensure they meet New Zealand’s Healthy Homes Standards. Contact us to arrange a Healthy Homes assessment book the inspection, receive your full compliance report, and let us support any necessary upgrades. Stay compliant, proactive, and confident in your rental asset management.