Exterior Cladding Risk Management
BRANZ appraised weatherboards and what they mean for you
In this post, we explore the importance of BRANZ appraised products and what the appraisal means for your next project.
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Is a building boom “the most dangerous time” for building companies?
New Zealand is in the midst of the biggest construction boom in 40 years, but experts have warned that it’s “the most dangerous time” for the industry.
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Building Advice Risk Management
Building for the future: New Zealand's changing housing demands
New Zealand’s changing population is giving rise to new challenges for the building industry. The ageing population, record immigration, and an increasing number of multi-generational households have resulted in more diverse housing needs.
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What are builders covered for? A guide to liability insurance
Imagine this: You’ve finished building a new house. It looks good, you’re proud of the workmanship and the new owner loves their new home. However, a few months later the house catches fire and burns down. It’s a tragedy.
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A builder’s guide to dealing with defamation on social media
If you’re in business, it’s almost expected that you’re on social media. Social websites like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn have become mainstay marketing tools for businesses in the digital age, and building companies are no exception.
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What builders need to know about New Zealand’s new health and safety laws
The days of “she’ll be right” on the building site are well and truly behind us in New Zealand with the introduction of rigorous health and safety legislation. But many building businesses still don’t understand the implications of the new rules and the potential consequences of breaching them.
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