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Practical how-to articles for builders and designers showing good industry practice and interpretation of the NZ Building Code and standards.

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On-site power supply

By Alide Elkink 1 December 2009, Build 115

On-site power generation using renewable sources of energy such as wind, sun and water can be a viable alternative means of providing power that benefits both the owner and the environment.

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Wet area failures

By Trevor Pringle 1 October 2009, Build 114

The recently completed BRANZ seminar on wet areas highlighted two particular areas of concern – the number of wet area failures and builders not taking mould found during renovation work seriously.

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H1 and renovations

By Eddie Bruce 1 February 2009, Build 110

Designers must comply with New Zealand Building Code Clause H1 Energy efficiency for repairs/replacement, alterations and additions. But, as many are asking, where do you start?

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Rainwater tanks

By Des Molloy 1 December 2009, Build 115

With increasing pressure on local authority water supply infrastructure, it makes sense to look at ways to collect and reuse this precious resource.

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