Hawkes Bay Trades & Services 2024

TRADES

& SERVICES HAWKE’S BAY AND TARARUA

2024

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WELCOME

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We are pleased to bring you this year’s trades booklet with plenty of information about who to contact for all those large or small jobs around the house and garden.

show for it. Be aware that builders and associated experts are generally booked up months ahead so it would pay to plan any larger projects well ahead of time.

This year we’ve expanded our scope again to include other trades that you may need to call on such as mechanics and environmental specialists. As climate change brings new challenges industry is expanding its offerings to help approach the problems with sensible and sustainable solutions.

It’s not just in times of emergencies that we need skilled trades people as there are other projects, be they home and garden renovation, or merely refreshing a room, that call for painters, interior designers, landscapers etc.

Building, maintenance and landscaping professionals have the knowledge and skills to work with our challenging We hope that you keep this handy reference booklet nearby coastal and climatic conditions, so their work stands the as you never know when you might need to contact a test of time and protects our most important investments plumber about an emergency or consult with experts about our homes and our properties. a project that’s been on the drawing board for some time.

If you contact any of the advertisers please mention that Then, if you have a smaller job in the house or garden it’s you saw their advertisement in the 2024 Trades booklet. useful to have a quick reference at hand.

There’s a vibrant building and construction industry in Hawke’s Bay and Tararua which brings with it innovation and experience that is second to none. That’s why these areas are home to some of the country’s best and most skilled tradespeople, with many awards and accolades to

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New homes and renovations

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Having a new home built to specification is a tremendous opportunity to bring your vision to reality. It requires plenty of planning and patience and a reputable builder. Look for builders who are members of the Master Builders Association so you can enjoy the benefits of the Master Build 10-year Guarantee that provides those building a new home or undertaking a significant renovation, with the best peace of mind that exists in the market.

The Master Build 10-year Guarantee provides the most comprehensive cover in the market, including cover if your builder goes into liquidation. The guarantee provides cover for loss of deposit, non-completion and for structural defects, workmanship and materials.

Generally, but not always, you will buy the section and then select a builder to work with. Take the time to explore several builders as this is a huge investment and needs to be right. The design process isn’t easy so you will need experts who can help you navigate the process. In this respect it’s important that you have open communication and establish a good rapport with your builder.

The design process can, and should be, time consuming as it’s a huge undertaking You can expect to see your house design presented in 3D concept which makes it so much easier than trying to understand builders plans.

You should also expect your builder to deal with all “red tape” such as consents and permits and who take care of the total building process.

They will use trusted subbies and tradespeople and naturally will set high standards.

Your research might include looking at finalists in the competitions held in your area. There were several stunning local designs in the awards that will now compete in the national awards ceremony on 25 November.

There are also numerous companies and franchises that offer full house and land packages and/or home build services only. They will have a selection of home designs that can be adapted to suit your needs or design something especially for you. There are plenty of designs to peruse on websites. There are many showhomes in Hawke’s Bay and Tararua that are great for allowing a good look at the design and quality of the build and chat to sales personnel.

Builders

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Choose a builder

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The construction industry has never been so busy and builders are booked up months ahead, some are booked up well into 2024.

Fist establish exactly what it is you want building as there are many specialists who excel at their speciality but might not be the right person for your job.

For example, if you are building or renovating a new home you’d select from new home builders. Others may offer standard plans and then work with you to modify them. These are more likely to be turn-key houses sold by national or local franchises.

When embarking on a building project ask around for references and recommendations from friends and colleagues and physically talk to others who have used their services.

a contract in writing and don’t accept the cheapest quote before comparing like with like. Also check out guarantees and whether they have builders guarantee insurance.

The Registered Master Builders and NZ Certified Builders Association are the two industry organisations for builders although there are plenty of builders who do not belong to either. Registered Master Builders has a web site where you can search for a member, and they also have a prestigious annual competition in which homes throughout NZ are judged. Every year there are winners from Hawke’s Bay and the East Coast regions representing the best available.

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The larger the project the more investigation it will require as building a new home and renovating is a major financial undertaking.

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You might want a more specific project undertaken such as French windows installing or new windows, a deck or fence.

Seek out quotes, look at websites and chat to suppliers about their services before accepting a quote. Make sure you have

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FULL-SERVICE BUILDING CONTRACTOR At Maverick Residential Builders Ltd, we do it all - from garage conversions to bathroom renovations, kitchens to new builds and office or warehouse fit outs. We can offer a full-contract option, where we organise everything to a charge up weekly option where all costs are open book for your piece of mind.

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You can now check an electronic public register to see if your builder or tradesperson is a licensed building practitioner. Being licensed provides you with an assurance that the practitioner has shown they have the skills, knowledge and experience to meet governmentbacked national standards.

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Under the Building Amendment Act, if the work you intend to do includes work to the primary structure of your house or its weather tightness, it is called Restricted Building Work.

This work can only be done or supervised by tradespeople who are Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs).

If you want to undertake any building work to your home, you should first assume that it will require a building consent. More specifically, if the work will affect the home’s primary structure, weather tightness or design of fire safety systems (all more complex than you imagine), it is definitely RBW and requires a building consent.

If this is so, you need to consider whether to put the chainsaw away and use a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) to do, or to supervise the work. The LBP website is very helpful in this regard. www.lbp.govt.nz.

If the work is relatively simple, you may wish to engage the services of an LBP to undertake the work for you, however, if your job is more complex, it may be best to employ a site

General Building Maintenance Re-roofs New Roofs Renovations

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• Storm water Soak Pit designs & Percolation Tests (Soakage tests).

• Structural Drafting Services (Autodesk Revit & AutoCAD) • BIM management.

• Structural Design & PS1/PS4 sign-off in association with VS Structural • Precast Panel shop drawings (Autodesk Revit).

• Steel shop drawings (Advanced steel).

• Construction Monitoring, including Site observations, Excavation bearing checks & site report.

• Architectural Design & drafting (LBP Design).

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Not everyone has the time or love for DIY building work and some jobs are simply too complicated for a family working bee, especially in light of changes to the Building Act.

BUILDERS

An important aspect often overlooked is how well you relate to, and communicate with your builder. It’s easy to assume that you understand what has been agreed but always follow up with plans, diagrams and instructions in writing.

Restricted building work

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manager. If you do make sure you engage a LBP site manager to supervise the necessary works (and check that their site license is current, and accurately identifies them).

Licensed Building Practitioners • are listed on the public register so consumers and potential employers can identify them as licensed, • must act competently, and should recognise when other skills are required, • are accountable to the Building Practitioners Board, • relicense every year to ensure your licence remains active.

To remain competent, they need to: • be practising in an area related to your licence class, • maintain current skills and knowledge – that is, stay up-to-date with materials and products, current regulations, and good trade practice.

Their license shows that they: Are competent to meet all the rules (which helps keep you out of trouble).

Have technical knowledge of construction methods and practices.

Can manage personnel and provide technical supervision and are more likely to help resolve disputes quickly and fairly.

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Choose the right professional for the job

People often rely on word-of-mouth, but it’s also important to make sure you take into account builders’ training, skills and experience. If you are new to an area ask friends and neighbours for recommendations.

If there’s a trade body such as Master Painters or Master Joiners look at their web sites for members. Check references and ask to look at their work if you feel it necessary. Check any guarantees on offer, the terms, and if there is any additional cost involved.

Be very clear about what you want and seek the advice and guidance of your builder who often can suggest alternatives.

Be very specific about your requirements so that you will receive an accurate quote and minimise the chance for misunderstandings.

Get a number of quotes (not estimates), at least two or three, and take time to make sure you are comparing like with like. Agree to the job in writing: what is to be done, how long it will take, labour and materials to be used for the job and the final cost including GST. Consumers can have confidence in engaging a builder that is a member of New Zealand Certified Builders Association (NZCB). In order to be eligible for membership builders must be trade-qualified. Tradequalification means that a builder or tradesperson has robust minimum standards of training and skill.

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Whether you’re making a few small home improvements, undertaking major renovations or building a new home, you want to be sure things go to plan given the time and cost that is often involved. So how do you choose the right builder?

Registered Master Joiners provide full consultation and design services for all joinery needs and work closely with other design professionals to ensure that the finished product looks and functions at its best.

There are plenty of smaller jobs that need doing by experts from time to time that might not necessarily need a master tradesperson to complete. There are plenty of experienced people in Hawke’s Bay and Tararua providing specialist services be it furniture restoration, paint stripping, grouting, door installation, erecting fences and so on.

WINDOWS & GLASS

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BERNIE WALSH ALUMINIUM & GLASS LTD • Windows & Doors • Replacement Joinery • Metro Series • Thermal windows & doors • PVC windows & doors • Retro Double Glazing

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For all your aluminium joinery requirements!

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Durable glass and aluminium Great strides are being made in New Zealand in bringing up older, damp homes up to habitable standards. There are several grants to help householders improve the warmth of their homes be it heating, reducing damp and conserving energy.

With single glazing the heat loss through windows can be 50% of the heat loss with the remaining losses being through the walls, floor and roof. This loss can add substantially to heating bills during the winter. It makes sense to consider replacing single glazed windows with double glazed.

While all new homes are fitted with double glazing older homes can be a problem as it is expensive to replace windows. That’s where retrofit double glazing could be a solution. These, when fitted, can reduce noise, reduce heat loss and therefore reduce your power bills. Each retrofit is tailor made for your home.

The issue of glazing for a new home will probably fall to the builder to select but there is a wide range of choice these days and there are strict rules about thermal performance depending on the climatic zone you live in. The NZBC sets a minimum R window value that builders and installers will be familiar with.

Aluminium doors are windows are very popular and can also help improve energy efficiency about the home. There’s a good selection of suppliers throughout the Bay, in the Manawatu and Tararua districts.

Aluminium is often the product of choice when it comes to domestic and commercial joinery, especially windows and doors. Choose from stylish entrance doors, bi-fold doors and sliding doors. There’s plenty of choice when it comes to windows too. Select from sliding windows, casement windows, retrofit windows or louvre windows to name but a few.

Car and vehicle windscreens often receive cracks or worse need totally replacing and that calls for specialists in automotive glazing. This is specialist work and with modern cars extra work will be required to recalibrate devices around the windscreen- sensors for example. Minor repairs such as chips are important too and should be attended to as soon as possible to prevent further damage. A small investment in time is well worth it in the long run.

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ROOFING

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Protection from the elements A roof is a vital part of the structure of a house which can often be taken for granted until there’s a problem like a leak and then it becomes an emergency. A roof protects your home against the weather be it rain, sun or snow. But like most features of a home they also need looking after and regular maintenance.

A roof should look good and also be functional but checking over a roof is not the sort of job for amateurs.

It’s dangerous and requires professionals to attend to issues whether maintenance, re-roofing, repairing or painting. Roofing contractors will also attend to cleaning, mending broken gutters, replacing eaves, gutters and downpipes.

There’s a variety of roofing material in New Zealand including iron, Colorsteel and concrete tiles. Typically a roofing contractor will offer a range of services including replacing roofing sheet and broken tiles, fixing flashings and down pipes and installing leaf guards.

Make it routine to visually inspect your roof often and call the experts if you notice something needs attention. Many businesses offer a no obligation free measure and quote.

Gutters are a necessary evil that require cleaning quite often. While there are various products available to stop leaves clogging up gutters they will still need attention. Clambering up ladders and cleaning gutters isn’t possible for many people but there are plenty of skilled people available to do the job for you.

There’s plenty on offer in terms of perimeter fences and ornamental

fencing. Big jobs are best left to the experts. You may need privacy, a pool fence or something simpler like a decorative fence or panel. Trellis withstands the test of time but oriental style screens, with horizontal slats, are also trending. Another popular feature for gardens are decorative screens in timber or rusted steel with silhouettes of natural features like birds and plants.

When it comes to garden sheds, or man caves, there’s also a good supply from simple sheds to store a few garden implements, to larger structures. They’re available in plenty of designs and materials such as galvanised iron and timber.

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Classy kitchens

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Watch any home renovation TV programme and you’ll soon understand that kitchens, along with bathrooms, are the rooms that most home owners are keen to update. Prospective home purchasers also rate the kitchen and bathroom as being important in their search for a new home.

Along with kitchens open plan family living is highly desirable so when planning a new kitchen bear in mind the current trend of having open living spaces.

There are plenty of options when it comes to selecting installers.

Choose from dedicated kitchen installation experts who will design a kitchen to suit your every need. There are some excellent local kitchen construction, renovation and design companies. Consultations are thorough and you will be given a plan to consider before deciding on the final layout. It could take quite a while to agree on the final design.

Then your kitchen will be manufacture and installed.

Other options include designing your own kitchen but with the help of paper plans and sometimes 3D layout apps. Clients are given the choice of cabinets in a range of finishes and there’s plenty of choice when it comes to size and colour. Generally you would engage an installer or if you’re brave install the new kitchen yourself. This process may involve purchasing new appliances such as stoves, fridges and microwaves to finish off your new look kitchen.

There’s so much choice these days with a vast range of cabinet styles and finishes, contemporary labour saving devices, no handle cupboards and clever storage solutions.

Storage options range from the uncluttered look with concealed

cupboards to open shelves. Gone are standard stainless steel sinks with the arrival of coloured sinks, charcoal is trending right now, and sinks that are antibacterial, stain resistant, heat and scratch resistant.

Counter tops come in a great range of looks and finishes: concrete, granite or granite look alike, stone or engineered stone and laminates in a rainbow of colours. The timber look for worktops and benches, and cabinets, is back in vogue.

While white has been popular for a long while we can expect to see colour, particularly darker colours, coming back both in cabinetry and decoration, along with matching accessories such as blinds and chairs. White subway style tiles are also showing signs of declining in popularity.

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FLOORING

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Flooring-so much choice When it comes to flooring there’s so much choice these days it can be totally overwhelming. While flooring trends don’t change that often you want to choose something that will withstand the test of time as much as possible.

In hard flooring there’s been a massive trending away from ceramic tiles to real wood, such as oak, and plank flooring such as laminates that look like wood but don’t cost as much. Engineered timber floors have become extremely popular as there are no issues with buckling or warping and they are very durable, along with timber being a natural insulator.

So the choice is between solid timber, engineered timber and laminate and all have strengths and weaknesses.

Laminate flooring looks like timber yet is cost effective, easy to clean and low maintenance. Choose from finishes that look like oak, teak in a variety of colours including light grey, natural and varnished.

Bamboo is an option for those looking for a hard wood that is incredibly hard wearing and extremely robust. It also has several advantages in that it is natural and sustainable and is therefore a great eco-friendly floor choice.

Cork floors, considered old-fashioned until recently, are really making a comeback. Cork is a natural product – it’s the bark of a tree so it’s also sustainable. The advantages are that cork is hard wearing, warm and tough. It’s also very effective at retaining heat.

Sheet vinyl flooring is still a popular choice, especially in bathrooms and kitchens. It’s cost effective, water resistant and there’s a fantastic selection of colours, patterns and textures available.

Polished concrete is also a popular option for homes as well as commercial buildings. There are several companies locally that offer grinding, polishing and application of anti-slip materials.

Ceramic tiles still have a place in modern interiors, especially those that are being renovated and when the owners wish to retain a time sensitive, authentic look. For example, plain tiles that look like slate or stone, charcoal, white, beige, matt or polished.

The choice of floor covering is ultimately dictated by your budget, the area to be covered and the type and frequency of traffic it will receive and don’t forget to factor pets into the equation.

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Enhance your décor

SOFT FURNISHING

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Soft furnishings can easily transform a room from bland to extraordinary. Cushions, rugs, throws, chair covers, bedding and pillows are all examples that can be practical, comfortable and decorative.

With the ongoing trend for neutral interiors dressing up a room with soft furnishings and add a splash of colour, is almost a necessity. But there are signs that this trend is on the way out with colour in the form of paint and wallpaper making a comeback. It’s possible to brighten up a room by experimenting with colour and texture and all without breaking the bank.

Sustainability is a consideration these days and we’re seeing natural materials coming to the fore which might be explained by the need for people to feel more grounded. Look out for pallets including beige, olive green and other colours related to nature.

There’s a huge range of scatter cushions available at all price points. It needn’t cost a fortune to give your lounge or bedrooms a makeover every now and then. Available as squares, circular or rectangular the choice of fabric, pattern and texture is almost overwhelming. Trending right now are natural, earthy colours and textures along with plenty of imitation fur -perfect for snuggling down on a cold day.

Floor cushions and rugs are seeing a revival too.

Bedrooms are receiving much more attention these days and there’s plenty to enhance the décor be it masculine, feminine or for the children. Bedding, duvets and duvet covers, pillows, and cushions can transform a functional room into a comfortable haven.

A throw is basically a small, decorative blanket that can be draped over a sofa or chair and doubles as a blanket if needed. Still hugely popular, they are often fringed, rather

Having favourite pieces of furniture, such as lounge suites, reupholstered rather than throwing out and buying new is another option.

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than hemmed, and could be considered as essential to many who like to be on trend with their interior decoration.

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Soft Furnishing requirements. The fabric services we provide are all done on site in our local Hastings workroom.

There’s a huge range of duvets to choose from- summer weight, winter weight, synthetic, and natural wool. Duvet cover sets can quickly ring the changes and add a whole new dimension to a bedroom too.

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Greenhouse gas emissions cause climate change and one way we can help our impact is to reduce emissions. If we reduce our carbon footprint emissions will be fewer and your footprint will be smaller.

Emissions are created when fossil fuels are burned for example during plane travel, driving a petrol or diesel car or truck, or burning coal to produce electricity. The main fossil fuels are coal, crude oil and natural gas.

There’s plenty we can do to reduce impact on environment such as avoid energy waste, sending less waste to landfills and growing more food in our gardens. Simple things like taking shorter showers, switching off lights when a room is empty and conserving water are all easy to incorporate into daily life. Remember that hot water costs money and accounts for a significant part of a family’s power bill.

Make sure leaks are fixed and use more water efficient products-dishwashers are designed with water economy in mind.

Purify water from: • Chlorine • Limescale • Fluoride • Sediment • Manganese • Iron • Nitrates • Micro-organisms via UV Including drinking water filters and whole house filters.

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Emissions from transport account for almost half emissions. Simple things like riding a bike or taking a bus to work and walking when you can all help tackle the issue. Energy wise changing old lightbulbs for LEDs is also a good move.

Smarter Homes is a website that has a huge amount of advice on smart home essentials such as siting, location and design of homes, construction materials, water and waste, heating, cooling and insulation, power, lighting and saving energy. See smarterhomes.org.nz.

This website is also an excellent resource for those interested in solar energy. It’s a concept that’s been around for many years but is probably even more relevant now that we are concerned about conserving energy.

We live in the perfect location to maximize the sunlight and it can be used for solar power, pool heating and water heating. Take a look at the HBRC website to check out loans available for solar hot water and solar power. www.hbrc.govt.nz.

Solar Supply and install of solar for homes and businesses. We’re approved installers with the HBRC; this means you can put the cost of your solar system or new heat pump on your rates and repay over 10 years.

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SUSTAINABLE LIVING

SOLAR CONCEPT

AllWe of the takebeauty, the hard work none the effort. out ofofheating your home Ever wished you could just sit back and enjoy a warmer or cooler home?

East Coast Plumbing and Gas can help you make it possible.

We offer a wide range of heating and cooling systems that put you in complete control of your indoor temperature.

All you need to do is press a button, sit back, and enjoy your home.

Full temperature control with a Rinnai Ducted Heat Pump Heat or cool every room in your home with a ducted heating system from Rinnai. As your local Rinnai Authorised Service Agent in Hawke’s Bay, we can install and maintain your heat pump so it provides you with the best of performance all year round.

The latest models of gas fire from Rinnai Our Home Heating Centre gives you the chance to take a closer look at the latest models of gas fire and find out what’s right for you. A free consultation with one of our experts will help you identify the best and most efficient solution for the area you want to heat.

Heat your whole home with our central heating solutions Installing central heating in your home gives you the opportunity to enjoy every room, no matter how cold it gets outside. With optional temperature zoning for different areas of the house, you can adjust the warmth of your home to match your needs then simply enjoy it.

Hot water solutions to suit you Whether you’re heating hot water for one or need the flexibility of more hot water when your family comes to stay. We design, install and maintain hot water systems that recognise how you use hot water. With a system created to meet your needs, you can enjoy better energy efficiency and keep running costs to a minimum.

Need help with an existing hot water system?

We deal with all types of hot water heater and energy sources. Call us and we can help you make sure your hot water system is working at its best.

Look after your appliances for years of value East Coast Plumbing and Gas are members of Master Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers NZ. We offer a complete range of maintenance services to help you protect the value of the investment you make in plumbing, hot water or heating. Regular maintenance improves the efficiency of your appliances, keeps the running costs at a minimum, and helps you to keep them in working order for years to come.

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Plumbing-no job for amateurs Restricted work In New Zealand, most sanitary plumbing, gasfitting or drainlaying is ‘restricted’. That means it’s illegal to do it yourself because of the health and safety risks. You also risk expensive mistakes and even voiding your insurance.

You need to call on the services of an authorised tradesperson.

There are various licence classes for plumbers and when you use a plumbing firm that is a member of Master Plumbers, you know they are authorised to carry out the work they do.

All Master Plumbers members have a certifying tradesperson on the team. These people have the highest qualifications available and are responsible for making sure the company’s work is done competently.

Quality assured

Guaranteed

To be accepted for membership, Master Plumbers undergo an ongoing quality assurance review of their business practices. This sets Master Plumbers apart from others in the trade.

It doesn’t stop there. All Master Plumbers must comply with a code of conduct as a fundamental condition of membership, and follow a code of good practice.

Homeowners have the backing of the 12-month Master Plumbers Guarantee, protecting you in the event of substandard workmanship and loss of an advance payment to a contractor should they go into liquidation or bankruptcy. Make the claim within 12 months from the invoice, using the claim form.

The job done right

Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainage Board

Whether you want a leaking tap fixed or a whole new bathroom installed, a Master Plumber can get the job done. Our member businesses specialise in everything from plumbing, gasfitting and drainage, to home heating, solar and more. Whatever work you need done, ask a Master Plumber.

To check if a plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer is licensed go to wwwpgdb.co.nz. This web site also has plenty of useful information for consumers including information about consents, a gas safety guide and a guide to work you can do yourself.

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Can I DIY drainlaying?

Example of NZ practising licence

Limited Certificate Trainee These are people who are working towards becoming qualified.

They can do the work but must be supervised by a certifying person who is ultimately responsible for ensuring the work is done competently.

Exemptions These people are not registered and don’t have a full qualification, but they can do plumbing work provided they are supervised by a certifying person (direct supervision for the first two years), who must ensure that the work is done competently.

Courtesy of the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board.

Who can undertake sanitary plumbing, gasfitting or drainlaying?

Certifying The highest qualification available. These people are qualified and registered. They are responsible for ensuring both their own work and the work of anyone they supervise is done competently.

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You can Clear blocked drains, but only if this does not involve altering or repairing the inspection pipe or ventilation pipe in any way.

You cannot Undertake any work involving the installation, alteration or repairs to a drain, including the fixing or unfixing of a drain to an onsite wastewater system (septic tank) or any trap.

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Tradesman These people are qualified and registered and usually work independently. However, a nominated certifying tradesperson (supervisor), is ultimately responsible for ensuring that the work is done competently.

Journeyman These people have completed a trade qualification but have not passed the Board’s licensing exam. They are registered and authorised.

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Check your plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer is licensed to do the work

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Before you begin renovating or doing work on your home or business, there’s a lot to decide before you get started.

All work carried out at your property must meet the requirements of the Building Code, regardless of whether it requires a code of compliance certificate or not. You almost might need to notify your insurance company of renovations to keep within your policy.

For any plumbing, gasfitting or drainlaying work, make sure the person undertaking the work is licensed to do so.

The Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayer’s Board recommends before using the services of a licensed tradesperson: 1. Shop around and obtain a range of written quotes before you decide.

2. Ask to see a tradesperson’s New Zealand Practising Licence and check the expiry date to see that it is current.

3. A plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer can produce their licence via an app on their phone or a physical licence.

4. When checking a tradesperson’s licence, also ensure that they are licensed to carry out that particular work. For

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example, if they are carrying out plumbing work it is good to check that they are licensed to carry out plumbing work. The same applies for gasfitting and drainlaying.

5. Ask the tradesperson whether they require any supervision and who their supervisor is. You can check the name of the supervisor on the public register to ensure that they are also licensed.

6. Search the licence number of your chosen registered tradesperson on the public register at www.pgdb.co.nz Can I DIY plumbing?

You can ... install appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines; replace or repair taps, ball cocks and plugs.

You cannot ... undertake any work involved in fixing or unfixing any pipe, plumbing fixture or appliance including; any trap, waste or soil pipe, ventilation pipe, or overflow pipe and any pipe that supplies or is intended to supply water.

Can I DIY gasfitting?

You can ... work on portable gas appliances which have the gas bottle attached such as barbecues, cabinet heaters and patio heaters, although the Board strongly recommends that a gasfitter is used.

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GARDENS

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Landscaping Just as interior decoration is a matter of personal taste so too is the presentation of the external space you own or rent. Some people have ‘green fingers’ and enjoy spending as much time working on their section as they can. Others find gardening a chore and may opt for easy care, or low maintenance, sections.

Starting a garden from new is easier than taking over an established property although vision is required to be able to ‘see’ the final product. Landscape designers can help in this respect and have tremendous creative ability.

You’ll need a wish list, an understanding of the climate, sun and soil and a budget! A plan of the section, to scale, will also be needed. Consider the immediate needs of your family and also how they might change in the future as the family ages.

Easy care sections these days can be good looking with judicious use of pavers, foliage and other decorations.

There’s a good selection of sculptures, statues and ornaments for gardens and who can resist the sound of trickling water? Not only are water features soothing they are a good source of water for birds.

popular and there’s a huge selection in a range of sizes and finishes to choose from.

Container gardening is ever popular and gives flexibility in that they can be moved around to create a new look. Pre-planted baskets, shrubs in pots, window boxes and flowers in unusual containers such as old boots, old bicycles, with appropriate drainage, can all create a stunning talking point.

A wander around any garden supply store is great for thinking about what’s possible these days: raised garden beds, pebbles and bark, privacy screens and no end of plant pots and pavers.

On older sections trees can often pose a problem which is where a tree expert such as an arborist or tree surgeon can help. Hedges and trees can often be managed by a homeowner but sometimes they’ll need shaping and pruning by experts.

Fencing off unsightly areas in the garden and using decorative screens for privacy, and to add visual interest, is

Finally keep your section looking spic and span by making use of services that dispose of your green waste on a regular basis.

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Stump grinding is another service offered locally and operators will probably offer associated services such as stump chipping, shelter belt removal and mulching gorse and stubby blocks of land. These days more attention is being paid to re-using materials by converting timber to mulch and using timber waste in other applications.

Scissor lifts, cherry pickers and all terrain machines can also be found in the Bay and the Tararua district. Some are highly specialised and can cope with difficult terrain.

Rural services With Hawke’s Bay and Tararua being home to so many farmers and lifestyle block owners it’s no surprise to find that there is an excellent choice of specialised rural service providers. It’s a diverse industry offering plenty of agricultural and associated services.

RURAL

On the equipment side there is also plenty of choice whether you need to hire a crane, forklift or an elevated work platform. Other machinery for hire includes scissor and boom lifts plus versatile machines like telehandlers and HIABs.

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Haulage companies offer a range of cartage options, excavation services, fertiliser spreading, line haul and general cartage.

So whatever the size of your farm or business local suppliers have all your needs covered.

The Rural Contractors Federation (RCNZ) represents rural contractors providing services to farmers, councils and rural communities throughout New Zealand. In Hawke’s Bay there are 24 members listed offering a wide range of services such as aeration, cultivation, land clearing and development, precision planting, earthmoving, track maintenance, fertiliser spreading, weed control, baling and ploughing.

This could be a good place to start if searching for a new service provider. The website lists all the members: www.ruralcontractors.org. nz Most service providers will focus on one main area such as manufacturing gates. From cattle yard and sheep yard to woolshed lift and swing gates, to trailers and dog kennels.

Garages, farm buildings, sheds and workshops and other rural buildings can be purchased locally with a kitset option making the process cost effective. Custom design services are also available from local experts. Cow houses and arenas are products that are gaining in popularity.

Others may specialise in steep hill country work, or aeration, cultivation, direct drilling, drilling, earth moving, fertiliser spreading and spraying, land clearing and development, mulching, ploughing, precision planting and root raking.

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Contractors & diggers

CONTRACTORS

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work including new commercial premises, renovations and new housing subdivisions. In addition there’s lots of work underway in out of the way places like farms and forests.

Under the contractors heading come many experts that may be general and provide a wide range of services, while others might stick to servicing the agricultural and horticultural sectors. Such specialised work might involve baling, silage harvesting, mowing, buying and selling grass, cultivation and drilling. Then they may clear orchards and vineyards ready for new planting or build retaining walls, effluent systems or even dams.

But there’s one thing they tend to have in common and that is diggers, trucks, graders, bulldozers, loaders and lots of heavy machinery for excavating, earthmoving, roads, other civil engineering projects and logging jobs. Also on the list but smaller would come bob cats, post hole borers and fork lifts.

Then there are companies that hire out small diggers for smaller jobs that might involve removing tree stumps, building retaining walls and other landscaping jobs. Smaller diggers can also be used for plumbing and drainage work and preparing bases for homes or sheds. They will probably have trucks available to help complete the job.

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Some will also supply materials like aggregate, gravel and topsoil for those working on renovating a garden.

It’s a skilled job being a digger excavator and earthmoving expert and many companies/individuals belong to the Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ).

Since 1994, Kiwi excavator operators have been competing in the annual Civil Contractors New Zealand National Excavator Operator Competition, an event still going strong. In the national event, the champions of CCNZ’s Regional Excavator Operator Competitions (REOCs), including Hawke’s Bay and the East Coast, compete in March each year at the Central District Field Days in Feilding.

It’s a skilled job that sees machine operators operating and maintaining heavy machinery, having knowledge of, and using, different types of digging attachments, knowledge of safe work practices, and health and safety regulations along with the ability to read GPS, plans, diagrams and drawings. And they work outside in all weathers and often work long hours.

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• Site works • Trenches • Drilling & Retaining Walls • Foundations • Paths & driveways

• Small Bulldozer hire • Section Clearing • Tree & Stump removal • Truck & Trailer Cartage – Aggregates, soil, etc

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Getting more truckies into the industry

It’s launched its Diversity Toolbox, a set of practical tools and resources to help road freight businesses foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

The Toolbox, supported by Teletrac Navman New Zealand, emphasises how a diverse and well supported workforce is key to all businesses’ long-term success.

It focusses on three priority areas: • Inclusive recruitment and hiring practices • Encouraging employees to speak up about any workplace issues • Supporting employees who are neurodiverse, or who may experience bullying and harassment, or are dealing with mental health problems.

The free resources can be downloaded or ordered directly by transport businesses at www.roadtosuccess.nz.

Dom says it has many features to help companies find the people they need. For instance the Driver Recruitment Guide has useful suggestions in making job advertisements, position descriptions and interviewing practices appeal to a wider pool of applicants.

Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is the peak national membership association representing the road freight transport industry, with 1200 members who have a combined fleet of 14,000 vehicles.

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At a time when there are lots of things to move around the country, and not quite enough drivers, road transport advocacy group Transporting New Zealand is urging transport companies to cast their talent net wider.

Transporting New Zealand’s interim CEO Dom Kalasih says the Toolbox is useful for all transport businesses, whether diversity is already a priority, or if they’re taking their first steps towards supporting a more inclusive workplace.

For more information go to: www.transporting.nz

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AUTOMOTIVE

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Vehicle experts Regular maintenance of your vehicle, bike, car or 4WD, is a necessity if it’s to run smoothly. For those with a trusted mechanic you might be reminded when your vehicle is due for a service and/or WOF. Plenty of places even let you book online making the job just that bit easier. It’s also fairly standard to be offered a lift back to your place of work/home or be loaned a replacement car while your vehicle is being attended to.

Then there are times when your vehicle just packs in, generally at a very inconvenient moment, and it might need to be towed away or attended by an organisation such as the AA. Ideally your vehicle should be regularly maintained and serviced to avoid breakdowns on the road. Mechanics and auto services are plentiful in the Bay and while some offer general services others are more specific to brands of vehicle or a range of products such as Suzuki or Honda. There are European car specialists and then there are mechanics that will service and repair all manner of vehicles. There are also plenty of businesses offering a more specific range of services like tyre fitting, muffler fitting, batteries, parts, accessories and audio systems to name but a few.

Collison repairs and restorations are generally performed by specialists and repairs might be specified by your insurance company. Smaller jobs like windscreen and other auto glass repairs can generally be fixed very quickly by specialists.

Hybrid cars and electric vehicles do need servicing, although less than petrol or diesel powered vehicles. As their popularity grows so does the number of mechanics/ technicians able to deal with regular servicing.

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Established in 1917, the Motor Trade Association (MTA) represents more than 3,600 automotive industry professionals in the country. Every facet of the industry is covered, from general repair workshops, vehicle sales and service stations, through to repairers specialising in fields such as alternative fuels, collision repair and outdoor power equipment.

All MTA members are bound to strict criteria which mean that when you use an MTA member, you can expect to receive the highest quality service. But please note there are many mechanics and technicians who still provide excellent service who do not belong to the MTA.

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WE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE & INSTALL

SIGNWRITING

Making sure you use an expert and not a cowboy when it comes to sign making.

Sign makers are professionals who design, create, and install signs for businesses.

When choosing a sign maker, it pays to ensure you have a credited trades professional conducting the work. Three factors when choosing a sign maker include the cost of service as a lower rate does not guarantee best results, the reputation of the sign business based on reviews from past clients, and the companies experience in sign making.

Qualified sign makers will hold the NZ Certificate in Sign Making Level 4 which takes around 3.5 to 4 years to complete through an apprenticeship programme.

The NZ Sign and Display Association (NZSDA) maintains a list of members on their website www.nzsda.org.nz where you can search for a sign maker. Members are part of a trusted network of signage/display professionals who meet regularly at a local and national level. Membership criteria ensures a high level of quality and includes being able to prove sound ethical and honest business practices, industry experience and knowledge, the willingness to share knowledge and network with other industry professionals and commitment to participate with Association meetings events and conferences.

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Another mark of quality to look for when choosing a signage professional, is the Master Sign Maker Accreditation. This accreditation is awarded through the NZSDA and is conducted by an approved NZSDA auditor who assesses sign making systems and policies.

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Don’t DIY with electricity There is some electrical work you can do in your own home.

However, it is crucial you are appropriately skilled and understand exactly what the work you are carrying out will involve.

WorkSafe does not recommend that you do any of your own electrical work unless you have the necessary skills and knowledge. However, as a member of the public, the law allows you to carry out some of your own electrical work.

Before you do any work, make sure that you have the necessary knowledge and skills, the power is turned off and you are not working where conductors or terminals are live or could become live.

What electrical work can I do?

You must own and live in the property to do the following work on low voltage electrical installations when there is no payment or reward: • Remove and replace any of the following kinds of fittings, where the work does not involve work on any switchboard: • switches, socket outlets, permanent connection units, light fittings, batten holders, cord grip lamp holders, ceiling roses, flexible cords connected to any permanent connection unit, ceiling rose, or cord grip lamp holder, water heater switches, thermostats, elements.

• remove and replace fuse links.

• connect and disconnect fixed wired appliances.

• relocate existing switches, socket outlets, and lighting outlets that are supplied with electricity by tough plastic- sheathed cables.

• Install, extend, and alter sub-circuits (including sub-mains), provided that you: • must not enter (whether personally, by holding any material or equipment, or otherwise) any enclosure where live active conductors are likely to be present.

• cannot connect your work to the electricity supply yourself.

• must get the finished work tested and connected by a licensed electrical inspector who will verify the safety of the completed work before connecting it. It is advisable to have consulted the inspector prior to starting any installation, extension, or alterations.

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