Barriers for swimming pools
Strict regulations ensure the safety of children around swimming pools by requiring the installation of suitable barriers to restrict access.…
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Landscaping risks for builders
While it may be argued that there is less risk when landscaping than when building, there are still hazards that…
The LBP code of ethics in practice
The Licensed Building Practitioners (LBP) Code of Ethics (COE) came into force on 25 October 2022. It is a tool…
Changes to retention money requirements
The Government has made changes to retention money requirements to give subcontractors confidence that they will be paid the retention…
Get edge protection right!
Edge protection is an important part of working safely at heights. A lack of edge protection can lead to life-changing…
How to navigate a recession
A recession is officially here and that’s unsettling for business owners. However, business coach Graeme Owen says it’s possible not…
Stabilising wing walls
Correctly stabilising wing walls in wet areas such as bathrooms is important to ensure the waterproofing membrane is not compromised.…
Reno insurance clarified
Managing the risk that comes with doing building work is an important part of any project. Builders need to be…
Rebuilding after severe weather
The summer of 2023 has proven to be one of New Zealand’s most challenging, with severe weather hitting most of…
Altering an existing building
In November 2021, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) released the biggest energy efficiency updates in more than…
Don’t be a possum
When times are tough and you’re staring down the barrel, Graeme Owen from The Successful Builder says the worst thing…
Painting pre-primed weatherboards
Are you installing new pre-primed timber weatherboards at a client’s house? Make sure to read this handy guide, prepared by…
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