Legal and insurance opinion

When claims involve complex or disputed evidence, BRANZ provides independent expert opinion and robust testing to support insurance claims and legal matters.
Last updated 18 May 2026
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How we support your case

We provide independent testing and expert opinion to clarify installation, performance and failure issues. Our findings support fair outcomes for homeowners, insurers and legal matters through clear, defensible evidence.

Independent testing and expert assessment

We replicate and assess real-world installations to check whether products were installed correctly and to help identify the root cause of failures or disputes. Using recognised methods and realistic conditions, we deliver clear, defensible findings you can act on.

Where required, our experts can also visit site to assess installations, materials and structures in situ.

What we can do

  • Replicate real-world installations for assessment.
  • Visit sites to assess installations, materials and structures in situ.
  • Provide independent analysis on installation correctness.
  • Identify causes of product failures and disputes.
  • Report and provide technical evidence.

Clear reporting and technical evidence

We work with homeowners, insurers and legal teams to deliver clear, well‑structured reports and technical evidence tailored to your specific matter.

Why trust BRANZ?

BRANZ provides independent testing and reporting, with methods aligned to recognised New Zealand and Australian pathways and standards. We can test to a range of standards. Many are accredited by International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ). 

Our accreditations

BRANZ holds a wide range of accreditations covering the products and systems we test. Learn more about our accreditations. 

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