Neuchatel is proud of its 100-year history in shaping buildings and roads in NZ. Here’s a look at the 90’s - a period of prosperity and change – as seen through the eyes of Bob Lygo, who Managed Neuchatel NZ at the time. Mastic Asphalt...
Proactive and Reactive measures to keep roads in top condition If the recent spate of earthquakes has taught us anything, it’s that NZ roads and civil works are always going to be peppered with shakes. While there’s little we can do to prepare ourselves for the...
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...
Ensuring a secure seal is imperative for membrane roofs. Waterproofing your roof costs less than 2% of the average build budget. But it has arguably one of the largest impacts on the operating costs. Get it right, and you can greatly add to the comfort and...
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...
“Rooftop gardens not only benefit building owners, but also society at large.” Eco-friendly building practices are no longer a gratuitous extra on a building plan. Many countries now see sustainable building as a responsibility, not a choice. For example, France recently passed laws to ensure all new...
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...
Waterproofing the ‘Bits that Matter’ at Aotea Square. Neuchatel NZ has worked on some pretty large jobs around New Zealand, but arguably none more complex than Aotea Square. This cherished public space in the heart of Auckland City is rated for 20,000 people, and is host to...
February 2016. Neuchatel NZ Limited, best known for it’s innovative construction waterproofing solutions including IKO Permalite mastic asphalt, and IKO Prevent fire-retarding waterproof membranes, recently announced an agreement with Australian company Unison Joints Pty Ltd, to supply it’s range of top-of-the-line seismic joints in NZ. Unison Joints...