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Does your rental meet the standards?

Half of New Zealand rents, and the Healthy Homes Standards are law — but most tenants don’t know the detail. Answer a few quick questions and get a checklist of what you meet, what you don’t, and exactly what to ask for.

five standards

heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture, draughts

pass or fail

a clear verdict on each, not legal fog

the letter

a polite, specific request to send your landlord

Add a photo of a room or problem area

Tap to add a photo or screenshot.

It reads the visible text. If the image is unclear, it won’t guess.

A fixed heater in the main living room?Ceiling and underfloor insulation?Extractor fans in kitchen and bathroom?Ground moisture barrier / no damp or mould?Gaps and draughts blocked (doors, windows)?Anything else about the place