Managing internal moisture
High levels of indoor moisture are one of the major contributors to unhealthy homes. Indicators include condensation on windows and…
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Liability for Design Mistakes
When there are design mistakes, who can be held liable – the builder or the designer? Construction insurance expert Ben…
Disaster planning
Natural disasters such as the devastating Cyclone Gabrielle are forecast to increase, so all builders should have a plan in…
Recent updates to the Building Code
Find out about the latest Building Code updates and how you can subscribe for the most up-to-date information The Building…
A new Code of Ethics for LBPs
The Code of Ethics, which came into force on 25 October 2022, sets behavioural standards for Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs).…
The Positive Power of Gratitude
Taking time to think of good things that have happened can have a huge impact on us. It can lift…
Inter-tenancy walls in MDH
Townhouses and apartment buildings are here to stay, but architect and Senior Lecturer at Victoria University, Guy Marriage, says we…
New ethics, new liability?
The new Code of Ethics has the potential to change your liability, but not as much as you might think.…
BuiltReady MCM Scheme
Find out about the BuiltReady scheme, how it works, BuiltReady manufacturer’s certificates and Restricted Building Work Offsite construction, also known…
Navigating a tricky environment
With new regulation, sustained labour problems and supply lines that continue to be constrained, the construction industry faces many challenges.…
Hiring scaffolding? Avoid hitches!
Would it surprise you to know that hire contracts for scaffolding commonly require the builder to accept full responsibility for…
WEATHERTIGHT INSTALLATION TIPS
Getting building basics right is critical for weathertight construction. Here, we look at the correct way to install wall underlay…
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