Healthy Homes Assessment

A healthy homes assessment is a roadmap to making your property a healthier, more comfortable space for your family or tenants. Our team can also implement the necessary improvements to make compliance hassle-free.

What is a Healthy Homes Assessment?

A Healthy Homes Assessment gives you a clear roadmap to compliance, outlining exactly what your property needs to meet Healthy Home Standards in NZ.

Why do you need a Healthy Homes Assessment?

Many homes across New Zealand struggle with poor ventilation, inadequate heating, and uncomfortable living conditions that can affect health and energy bills.
In New Zealand, landlords are legally required to meet the Healthy Homes Standards for rental properties. Not meeting the standards can lead to fines and legal consequences. Landlords may face penalties for failing to provide a healthy living environment, which can damage your reputation

  • Attract quality tenants
  • Reduces vacancy rates,
  • Foster tenant satisfaction.
  • Avoid fines

Benefits of complying with the Healthy Homes Standards:

Makes your property attractive to renters.

A well-insulated, dry home reduces respiratory issues and other health problems, and will let more easily.

Lower energy bills:

Proper insulation and heating systems improve energy efficiency, reducing heating costs.

Higher tenant satisfaction:

A comfortable, healthy living environment leads to happier tenants and longer leases.

Legal protection:

By meeting the standards, you avoid potential fines and legal issues.

What does a healthy home assessment involve?

By addressing these areas, a Healthy Homes Assessment helps create a warmer, drier, and more energy-efficient living space.

Heating evaluation:

Assessing whether your home meets minimum heating requirements to stay warm during colder months.

Insulation assessment:

Measuring ceiling and underfloor insulation to ensure energy efficiency and comfort.

Ventilation review:

Evaluating airflow in bedrooms and living areas, and inspecting mechanical ventilation in kitchens and bathrooms.

Moisture control and drainage:

Checking gutters, downpipes, drainage systems, and ground vapour barriers for effective moisture management.

Draught stopping:

Inspecting gaps or leaks around doors and windows to minimize heat loss and improve sealing.

How Much Does an Assessment Cost?

Our Healthy Homes Assessment is available for just $199 + GST, offering a competitive and affordable rate to help you ensure your home meets the necessary standards. We also offer special rates for multiple homes, making it an ideal option for property managers, landlords, and those with multiple properties.

Whether you’re a homeowner, property manager, landlord, or tenant, our service is designed to benefit everyone looking to create a healthier, more comfortable living space.

About Us

With over two decades of building expertise, Sam Taylor brings a wealth of experience from new builds to heritage renovations, including post-earthquake assessments in Christchurch. Since 2019, he’s specialised in Healthy Homes, joined by Sam Rush in 2022. Together, they’ve earned trust working with renowned Christchurch property managers like Opes and Harcourts.

Our Clients

We work with property managers, real estate agents and home owners.

Tracey Edwards
Tracey Edwards Harcourts Vision
I have dealt with Sam and Sam for several years and without a doubt I would recommend their company to anyone. They are honest, efficient, and take huge pride in what they do. They have always gone above and beyond to ensure my clients receive prompt service, and in turn, my clients are always complimentary of any dealings with them. I have peace of mind knowing I can give them a call and our clients are taken care of 😊
Tom Greene
Tom GreeneOPES Property Management
We have had a fantastic ongoing experience with Sam and the team at Daleigh Healthy Homes! Their thorough assessments give us invaluable insights into the properties we manage. Their team is professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to communicate with. Thanks to their detailed reports and actionable recommendations, we can feel confident that out properties are up to Healthy Homes standards. Highly recommend their services to anyone looking for reliable and competitively priced assessments.
Linda and Aimee
Linda and AimeeForsyth Property Management
"Daleigh Healthy Homes is our top choice for Healthy Home Assessments. Over the years, we’ve consistently found their team to be professional, prompt, and accurate. They approach their work with friendliness and respect, always going the extra mile for their clients. We highly recommend Daleigh Healthy Homes to all our clients."

FAQs

How much effort/time commitment is required from the client?

Answer

The Healthy Homes Assessment typically takes around 1-2 hours, depending on the size of your property. We’ll handle everything on our end, and we may need you to provide easy access to areas like ceilings or underfloor spaces.

Is success guaranteed?

Answer

While we can’t guarantee specific outcomes (such as passing every requirement), our expert assessments will give you clear, actionable recommendations to bring your home up to standard. If you need any upgrades or changes, we can also supply and install everything required to meet the Healthy Homes Standards, ensuring a smoother process.

How often are you required to do a Healthy Homes Assessment?

Answer

While there isn't a specific frequency for conducting assessment, as of 1 July 2025, all rental properties in New Zealand must comply with the Healthy Homes Standards. This includes properties owned by private landlords, Kāinga Ora, and registered Community Housing Providers. The previous deadlines for private rentals, which were based on the start date of new or renewed tenancies, have been superseded by this final compliance date. hud.govt.nz It's important to ensure your rental property meets these standards by 1 July 2025 to avoid potential penalties and provide a healthy living environment for your tenants.

Do you need double glazing for Healthy Homes?

Answer

While double glazing is not a requirement under the Healthy Homes Standards, it can significantly improve insulation and help maintain warmth in your home. It’s a great option if you’re looking to increase energy efficiency and comfort.

Get Your Healthy Homes Assessment in 3 Simple Steps

Reach out to us

Contact us via phone, email, or online form to book your Healthy Homes Assessment. It’s quick, easy, and the first step towards a healthier home..

We assess your home

Our experts visit your property, thoroughly evaluating heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture control, and draughts. We provide clear, actionable insights based on New Zealand’s Healthy Homes Standards.

Receive your report & solutions

Get your comprehensive assessment report, including tailored recommendations. If needed, we’ll also supply and install everything to bring your home up to standard—simple, hassle-free, and effective.

Take the simple step to improve your property.  Feel confident that you’re providing a suitable living environment for your tenants.

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Ready to make your home healthier and more comfortable?

Fill out the form today and we will call you to schedule your Healthy Homes Assessment

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