Artisan logo in red with the words trust in every build, what builders would see on the building inspector app
Artisan Logo in red what a building inspector would see on the app

Artisan is a mobile app developed by BRANZ to create a better building future for all of Aotearoa New Zealand. The app is available FREE for residential builders and tradespeople.

Artisan is a free app for New Zealand builders and trades that makes the inspection process quicker, smoother, and better for everybody.

Artisan creates a lasting record of every build for you, council, and your clients. The app enables collaborative problem solving between inspectors and tradespeople - building knowledge and trust. Your team is empowered to improve their understanding and success with achieving building code compliance.

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How it works

Artisan’s streamlined and transparent inspection process saves you time and money. Keep your project moving by taking control of the inspection process. Just Snap a photo with your phone, Send it via the app, and you’re Sorted.

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Builder NZ with hard hat on taking a snap of his work with his phone to be submitted for a building inspection
Snap

Take a photo with your smartphone.

Builder NZ smiling while staring at his phone about to upload a photo of his work for a building inspection on the Artisan app
Send

Upload the photo in the Artisan app.

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Sorted

Your BCA approves or asks a question.

Supported by Councils,
trusted by industry leaders

Transform your building process and maximise productivity

Don’t lose time on site waiting for approvals. With Artisan app-based inspections, you can upload photos into the app whenever you’re ready, so your team stays productive - and you save time and money.

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8.5km
Average travelling distance saved for each tradesperson per project
6hrs
Average time saved compared to the usual inspection process
24hrs
Average reduction in inspection booking wait time

Artisan success stories

Streamlining process and building trust is great news for your business, your reputation, and the wider building industry. Here’s what other Artisan users have to say.

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Builder NZ with casual clothing, leaning on his car with a phone having easily submitted his work for a building inspection

Artisan is raising the standards of residential building in New Zealand. Get in touch to find out how we can help you streamline your process.

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Builder NZ with casual clothing, leaning on his car with a phone having easily submitted his work for a building inspection

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