This roof refurbishment breathes new life into an aging building by eliminating dampness as well as heat loss and gains. Born out of the economic boom of the 60’s “Building 201” was the flagship of the University of Auckland campus in the late 1970s. Almost 50...
Neuchatel is NZ’s oldest waterproofing company, and one of our oldest brands, having been established over a century ago in 1905. Their qualified and experienced network of tradesmen service the entire country from their headquarters in Auckland. No project is too big or too small for...
Cutting energy costs with effective insulation Check out this infrared image of the NY skyline, which more than adequately shows how heat escapes from our buildings, adding to running costs and increasing maintenance. NZ’s temperate climate has made us all a little cavalier when it comes to...
Such an unnecessary thing to have a school burn down due to a bad choice of product. I wrote about the dangers of using torch-on membranes on older wooden structures just a month or so ago (read "A Burning Question" here)! There’s no excuse for...
UV Degradation can significantly shorten the life and integrity of your roof. Auckland has just sweltered through another long hot summer, and everyone is checking their mole-maps. But you shouldn’t just be thinking about yourself… Have you taken enough precautions to protect your building from the life-shortening...
Understanding and mitigating the effects of the ‘Fire Triangle’ This image of a factory fire was taken by The Herald in 2012. It give you an idea of the threat to any business of a fire on the premises. Productivity losses can be crippling, and the...
NZ’s temperate climate has made us all a little cavalier when it comes to insulation, but in reality, it’s one of the easiest ways for businesses to cut costs. Inadequate insulation not only burns up energy. It spikes maintenance and plant costs as equipment undergoes more...