Are you prepared?
Large-scale accidents and natural disasters can occur at any moment – on busy construction sites, the potential for damage is…
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Mastering concrete terminology
Every industry has its own technical terms and jargon, and the concrete industry is no exception. To test your knowledge,…
Structurally fixed cavity battens
The larger shank diameter of fixings used for weatherboards fitted over a cavity can cause splitting. One way to get…
Building Controls updates
Bans, exemptions and extensions – Building Controls updates have it all. Read on to find out what changes have been…
Choosing the right software for you
In last month’s issue, we looked at the reasons for having a robust accounting system in place. This month, we…
How to retain good apprentices
A perennial conundrum of the building industry is how to hold on to good apprentices once they’ve completed their training…
Is your most valuable asset covered?
If the worst were to happen and you were forced out of work by an unforeseen illness, ACC wouldn’t cover…
Protecting your legacy
Death is a subject most of us prefer to avoid, but the more you plan for it while you’re alive,…
Electrical safety on site
Working with electricity can be dangerous and accidents are often fatal. Because no device can offer 100% protection from electrocution,…
Retrofitting insulation
The state of the national housing stock is a hot-button issue; however, retrospectively installing insulation to create warm homes isn’t…
Employment agreements made easy
Business.govt.nz has refreshed its Employment Agreement Builder to help employers more easily create legally compliant and business-specific contracts Having suitable,…
Ready to start your own building business?
With construction booming in many parts of the country, it’s likely that a number of carpenters and builders will be…
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