Take the dirty work out of increasing R-values
Take the dirty work out of increasing R-values Kingspan’s latest product takes the sweat out of installing insulation. Previously, builders…
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Consents slow off the mark
January maintained its reputation for being a slow month for new dwelling consents, with numbers hitting a two-year low on…
Recent cases highlight importance of consents
Recent reports in the media have highlighted the importance of ensuring that the proper consents are in place before building…
Value of building work hits record highs
The value of building work hit a record high in the December quarter, but there are signs activity in Christchurch…
Upskilling the industry
Q: How can the industry help increase the number of skilled builders in New Zealand? Firm: O’Leary Homes Principal: Greg…
Backing the Blues
More than 1,500 Blues fans turned up for the rugby club’s local Open Day in February, held at its new…
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…
Fencing outside the box!
People want to put up fences for all sorts of reasons – whatever your client’s reason may be, these simple…
People’s Choice goes to PlaceMakers
Renovation company Smith and Sons selects PlaceMakers as its Supplier of the Year As a supplier, there’s no better reward…
Get on your bike with PlaceMakers!
Looking for an invigorating challenge that requires building something other than houses? Then get your body into gear for Canterbury’s…
Mega structures: Shanghai’s green giant
Ever wondered how some of the world’s most impressive mega structures are built? In this series, we’ll look at what…
Is NZ suffering a housing affordability crisis?
According to the 2016 Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey, housing in eight of New Zealand’s main centres is “unaffordable” The…
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