Beam and truss uplifts
Roof failures in high winds are unfortunately too common in timber-framed buildings, but get the connections right, and the roof should stay put.
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Roof failures in high winds are unfortunately too common in timber-framed buildings, but get the connections right, and the roof should stay put.
Open-plan living areas make life easier for people using wheelchairs. We continue our Build accessible design series with practical design advice for houses where stairs and hallways can’t be avoided.
Working out the spacing and capacity of bracing lines is an integral part of the design of timber-framed buildings. Here’s what NZS 3604:2011 has to say.
Poorly restrained or unrestrained building services can cause havoc during earthquakes, leaving buildings unusable afterwards. Prevent this by following the guidance on properly restraining building services.
Disputes between contractors and their clients about what is a defect in building work can be costly for all in time and money. Guidance is on hand to help define defective finished building work.
These details should help you to correctly install timber windows into a cavity cladding system.