Boom for improvement?
Have you had to make any changes to your business to accommodate the building boom? If so, what? Firm: Custom…
Builders business
Building in Aotearoa
What are some of the unique challenges of building in New Zealand? Firm: JMK Design and Build Ltd Principal: Isaac…
You don’t know what you don’t know
In your experience, do homeowners know when they need to use a Licensed Building Practitioner, and their own obligations around…
Good advice that’s good enough to take!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received and how has it helped your business? Firm: Whelan Building…
Mind your maintenance
How do homeowners react to receiving maintenance information once the build is complete? Firm: Salamander Build Ltd Principals: Charlie Bailey…
Safety starts with culture
What have you done to build a health and safety culture in your business? Firm: A E S Builders Ltd…
A taxing issue
What do you think of the government’s proposed tax reforms aimed at SMEs, and how do you think they could…
Winter is coming!
How do you ensure your builds stay on schedule despite inclement weather over winter? Firm: Crosbie Construction Ltd Principal: Mark…
Health & Safety under the spotlight
How are you managing the introduction of the new Health and Safety at Work Act? And, what can WorkSafe do…
Upskilling the industry
Q: How can the industry help increase the number of skilled builders in New Zealand? Firm: O’Leary Homes Principal: Greg…
Tricks of the trade see you right
Kiwis love a bit of DIY, but applying the Number 8 Wire mentality in your approach to business doesn’t cut it…
New Year resolutions
Q: What industry changes do you hope to see in 2016? Firm: Fiordland Homes Principal: Roger Foote Location: Te Anau…