A leak in a pipe or from an appliance can be minor if you get on it quickly, but if it goes unnoticed or it is left it can escalate into a major problem. Early leak detection is the key to saving you time, money and hassle. Three reasons why early ... Read More
Leaky Homes and Moisture Damage
What to do if you have a leaky home
A leaky home is one where moisture has got between the exterior cladding and the inside walls and cannot drain away. Many homes built in New Zealand between the late 1980s and the mid-2000s are prone to leaking because of the type of cladding that ... Read More
Checking for weather tightness
When you live in an area with a temperate climate like Auckland you are bound to get a lot of wet weather throughout the year. With so much rainfall potential it is important that your home can withstand the weather. While no home is 100% ... Read More
Moisture testing helps find problems in hidden places
'While some leaks are obvious, other leaks or damp problems can be hidden behind walls, under carpets or in inaccessible spaces like roof spaces. Moisture testing helps to determine whether there are problems that cannot be seen by the naked eye. It ... Read More
Mould in a house – what to do about it and how a property inspection can help
Many people think that mould in a house is just something you have to put up with. In some cases, depending on its location, people don’t realise they have mould in their house. And even if they do, they don’t know how to find the cause. But having ... Read More