Nationwide Service
We have offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and have Independent Qualified Persons available for all regions.
Advice from Day One
Argest can give Building Compliance advice on the design of buildings and developments to help ensure the lifetime success of your project.
Green Building Standards
We can ensure that your Green Star buildings are BWOF compliant as well as environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout their life cycle.
Work with us
Ensuring safer buildings & legal compliance for over 30 years
Services we provide
Building & Compliance
Argest is NZ's leading Building Warrant of Fitness Compliance Management Company with over 30 years experience with BWOF and Building Compliance Consulting.
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Fire Inspections
For complete Fire System Compliance and reporting including sprinkler surveys, alarm system, hydrants, riser, backflow protection and water testing.
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Facilities Management
At Argest we look after all aspects of facilities management. We have the experience and systems to ensure your buildings operate effectively and safely.
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School Information
Green construction refers to a structure and using process that is environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life-cycle.
Service DetailCustomer satisfaction & safety are our driving force
Established in 1986, ARGEST was one of the first companies to offer commercial Building Warrant of Fitness services. Over 30 years later we offer expertise in building compliance management and fire system compliance nationwide.
ARGEST coordinates over 120,000 compliance inspections and issues over 3000 Building Warrants of Fitness annually. With Independent Qualified Persons in all regions we can handle your documentation, inspect most specified systems, and organise any extra inspections required. Our experienced staff can help you navigate the complexities of getting a Building Warrant of Fitness. With our in-depth knowledge of the Building Act, council regulations and continuous industry changes, your building is in good hands.
Industry News
Argest Compliance & Fire Inspection Services at Alert Level 4 Covid-19
Argest is here to support you during the Covid-19 pandemic. Even though our offices are not accessible, the Argest team is set ...
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Common Compliance Issues
The Building Act 2004 requires all inspection, maintenance and reporting to be carried out, as per the Compliance Schedule, for a Building WOF to be issued.
Read MoreCurrent Initiatives during the COVID-19 Outbreak
Amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, Argest has the safety and health of our team, clients and the wider community at the forefront ...
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Fire Separations – Safe All The Time
ARGEST Building Compliance is a (BWOF) Building Warrant of Fitness agent. The BWoF (Form12) is based on the collection of forms ...
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Fire Alarm System Upgrades
Fire alarm systems are becoming more sophisticated, with an ever-growing number of different options available to building and business owners. Assessment of ...
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