When pipes fail …
We like to think the pipes in our house are good for the life of the house, but experience tells us this is not always the case.
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By Eric Palmer – 1 December 2006, Build 97, Feature article
We like to think the pipes in our house are good for the life of the house, but experience tells us this is not always the case.
By Tony Conder – 1 December 2007, Build 103
To correctly form and fit pipe penetrations is time consuming and expensive, but necessary to maintain weathertightness. The best solution is to avoid them but sometimes that isn’t possible.
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2017, Build 163
Holes or notches are sometimes required in timber framing members, but they must be carefully located so they do not undermine structural integrity.
By David Hindley – 1 December 2018, Build 169
Considering the key requirements of a plumbing system early in a house design can lead to a smoother consenting and building experience, fewer call-backs and happier clients.
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2017, Build 163
Brush up on your knowledge of the technical terms for sanitary plumbing and how the various elements function and are installed.
By Matthias Heinrich – 1 April 2007, Build 99, Feature article
Showers use more water than any other domestic activity, according to a BRANZ research project looking at where our water goes.
By Alide Elkink – 1 August 2016, Build 155
When a penetration is required through the cladding of an existing building, effective sealing and weatherproofing is more difficult than when a penetration is incorporated during construction.
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2016, Build 157
The location of sewer and stormwater pipes requires careful planning at the design stage of a building project as changes are difficult and costly to achieve once a floor slab is in place.
By Alide Elkink – 1 April 2017, Build 159
When a soak pit is required, a building consent application with calculations for pit sizing must be lodged. So, how do you make the calculations?
By Alide Elkink – 1 February 2017, Build 158
The Building Code has precise requirements for the installation and location of gully traps. As well as locating and building them correctly, make sure any decks and other structures built over top allow access for cleaning.