NZH Spaces May 2016

A New Zealand Herald Commercial Publication

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

warm up for winter

INSULATION 101 Everything you need to know

CUT YOUR POWER BILL Low-tech, low cost savings

FUTUREPROOF BUILDING

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Future proof building

Power-saving tips

Future-focused design can make a huge impact on our homes

Low-tech, low-cost methods to keep the bills down

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Insulation 101

The truth about our homes

The options are endless. This is one job best left to the experts

Is New Zealand the land of the unhealthy home?

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Double glaze for warmth How to let the light into your home, without also letting in the noise and the colder weather

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This David Reid home in Waikanae won a gold award in last year’s Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition.

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It may seem like an esoteric phrase bandied about by architects but future-focused design can make a huge impact on the affordability, ongoing value and livability of our homes, writes Joanna Mathers

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ichard Gough is the general manager of Future-Proof Building, a company that specialises in educating builders, architects and the public about the importance of looking to the future when designing in the present.

He believes that most of us have a short-term focus when it comes to our homes, often skimping on items that could be essential in what ends up being a false economy. But he believes that with a little forethought our homes can be “fit for purpose” for years to come; that a little outlay now can pay off very quickly.

Gough believes that future-proof building can be encapsulated in one word, “livability”.

He gives the example of building near a motorway.

While the noise may be ok for now, will it start to drive you crazy in 10 years?

If so, might it be worth investing in extra soundproofing at the build stage, rather than spending over the odds to remedy the problem years down the track?

“Another example is of a couple who are nearing retirement; will they need grab rails in the bathroom to help them with mobility in a few years? If so, it might be a simple matter of placing wood in the walls behind where these rails are likely to be, so they can be easily installed when the time comes.”

Understanding the environment and predicting needs are two keys to successful future-proof building.

Understanding the environment and predicting needs are two keys to successful future-proof building

The orientation of a home is very important; if you build to maximise the sun exposure then you’re likely to save money on power bills as the years go by.

Another key issue is access to technology. Gough says that wiring a home with cable at the build stage will ensure access to fast data for years to come.

“A three to four bedroom home will only need a couple of hundred of metres of cable to be fully covered for data — this won’t cost a lot of money.”

New Zealand’s Building Code, according to Gough, may cover the basics, but doesn’t encourage excellence when it comes to building.

He feels that the country has a bad track record when it comes to investing in the future of our housing.

“Look at our state housing,” he says. “Much of it was poorly designed and there are now significant health issues surrounding this.

“Many of our houses are poorly insulated and not orientated for the sun. By thinking about future issues, you could take a house that was a four out of ten for livability and make it a six out of ten, without much extra cost.”

Gough encourages people to work alongside their architects to make informed decisions about the design of their homes.

He says that Future-Proof Building can offer advice on these matters; educating interested parties on all aspects of designing for the future.

As well as the “big picture” stuff (design and orientation of the home) seemingly small decisions can have a massive impact.

Good-quality taps in the bathroom and kitchen areas may set you back a little more initially, for example, but

quality counts when it comes to wear and tear.

“Spending $350 on a tap my seem like a lot at the time, but in years to come the quality of the product may prevent leakages that could end up rotting walls and costing tens of thousands to fix,” he says.

Using energy-efficient bulbs can also lead to savings in the long run: “Sure, they may be more expensive to buy, but they will end up saving hundreds of dollars from the household budget.”

Sustainability is another key factor

more.”

Gough himself is looking at ways in which he can future-proof his home.

He’s considering installing an easy access bathroom for his parents as they get older, and also thinking about ways in which he could support his children’s future learning.

“It’s likely that they will go to university in the future, so I’m thinking about how we can make the living area a good study space,” he says.

And he says that future-proof

Much of New Zealand’s pioneering state housing was poorly designed and there are now significant health issues surrounding this, says Richard Gough.

in future-proof building. Solar panels and rain harvesting devices can provide a household with cheap power and water, while also reducing the demand on our resources.

“Sustainability isn’t an extremely far left ideology,” says Gough. “It’s really commonsense stuff — we just need to encourage people to think about the alternatives a little bit

homes aren’t just a good investment for those planning on staying put for decades — they also up the resale value if the time ever comes to leave.

“If a home has future-proof measures in place it will give them a significant boost when it comes to selling. It’s just about putting in place small measures that will extend the livability for much longer.”

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Future proofing: top tips

This Waiheke home won the Supreme Award and Auckland 2015 Registered Master Builders House of the Year.

1 Carefully consider the design and orientation of your home at the planning stage. Orientating your house the right way can maximise sun or provide optimal shelter from prevailing winds. Make sure you have good conversations about such matters if you are using a designer or architect.

2 Consider the livability of your home in 10 years. Are there any small irritants that may grow into massive issues as your home matures?

Addressing these things at the time of the build can save thousands in the future.

3 Wiring your home for data is an excellent way to ensure it is technologically futureproof.

4 Don’t underestimate insulation. Try to go beyond the recommended levels of insulation for your area — the more you invest in insulation the more money you will save. Additionally, wellinsulated and heated homes are vital for the health of the occupants.

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ometime last century, before the advent of heat pumps and double-glazing, there were a number of remedies for feeling cold.

Extra jumpers, warm socks, a rug over the knees, pulling the curtains and downing a mug of hot soup all did the trick.

Failing that, getting off the sofa and doing something energetic was recommended.

Double-glazing, energy-efficient heat pumps and insulation have certainly made life easier.

But they cost money, so it pays to augment them with low-tech, lowcost methods that keep the power bills down.

The first step, and one which most of us put off because it takes time, is to revisit the plan you have and the rate you pay with your power company.

There are several websites which help you to compare plans and rates.

And you need not automatically accept what you are offered without seeing if you can negotiate a better deal. Like phone and internet companies, power companies are competitive.

That done, look around the house and pinpoint the items that could be costing you money: Power trips ■ Inadequate insulation is a major issue. Ceilings, walls and floors can all be insulated, and if you think you are under-insulated in any areas, check it out. there are many different types of insulation available and various methods of retro-fitting it, so it pays to consult an expert to help you to decide where, when and how much extra insulation you need.

■ If you have a hot-water cylinder, heating your water could account for 14 per cent to 25 per cent of the energy you use. Turn down the temperature to 60C and you will save energy. If your cylinder is 10 or 15 years old, give it the equivalent of an extra jumper and socks, and wrap it in an insulating blanket. Wrap the pipes, too.

Power-saving tips

Double-glazing, energy-efficient heat pumps and insulation have certainly made life easier. But they cost money, so augment them with low-tech, low-cost methods that keep the power bills down

Leigh Bramwell has some low-tech, low-cost methods to keep the bills down this winter ■ And use hot water sparingly. Don’t leave the tap running while you wash the dishes, and use the dishwasher only when there’s a full load. Use eco or fast wash settings where possible.

See how quickly you can shower — each extra minute you stand there is allowing $90 a year to wash down the drain.

■ If you’re using electricity for heating, whether it is a heater or a heat pump, don’t heat the whole house unless you’re using it all at once. Heat the room you are in, close the door and draw the drapes to keep

the heat in. But remember to open windows when you can do so without losing all your heat — open up during sunny days to remove moisture from the air and prevent mould and damp.

■ Try this — walk around your house when it’s dark and see how many appliances have standby lights.

Typically, you’ll find the television, free-to-air box, dvd player, computer, modem, stereo, oven, microwave and more will be winking away all night for no particular purpose. Appliances left on standby can add more than

■ Whenever you’re buying a new appliance, check the energy rating label. It’s not just a marketing ploy — in this instance the stars really mean something. The more stars on the label, the more energy-efficient the appliance is. If you’re comparing models for energy efficiency, they must be of the same type — that is, similar in capacity and features. For example, if you’re comparing twodoor 300-litre fridge/freezers, the one with the most stars will be the cheapest to run. Many top models have four or more stars.

■ Check that rating label if you’re buying a new clothes dryer as the first

$100 a year to power bills. When there are groups of appliances in one location, such as television/dvds etc, plug them all into a switched power board and turn them all off when you go to bed.

■ Don’t you just love grabbing a dry towel off the heated towel rail on these cool mornings? You still can, but leave the towel rail on for four hours a day rather than all the time.

That could save $130 a year. You can buy timers for towel rails that come on automatically at certain times of the day.

step to using a dryer more efficiently.

But no matter how good the rating, it’s best to dry clothes on the line whenever you can. When you do have to use the dryer, don’t overdry the clothes. If you are updating your dryer, choose one with an autosensing feature that will turn off when clothes are dry. It’s better for your power bill, and for your fabrics.

■ HINT Use the running costs calculator at Energywise.govt.nz/ tools/running-costs-calculator/ #/dishwasher

Taking the soft options Appliances all sorted? Then it’s time to look at how your soft furnishings can contribute to winter warmth.

The good news is that drapes are seriously back in style, so you can be trendy and warm at the same time.

Choose your drapes first and foremost for their weight — flimsy, see-through fabrics will not work.

In fact, try using two sets of drapes in different colours for more warmth and a contemporary layered look.

You can also use faux drapes to cover cool walls — for example internal block or brick walls that may feel cold to the touch in winter.

Push your chairs and couches away from those cool walls and group them together around a coffee table or rug.

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Rugs, floor cushions and throws will cosy it up in no time.

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Insulation 101 Want a new career?

Try becoming an insulation expert. With the rules around the building code, health and safety, and specifically insulation, changing rapidly, there's a lot to learn, writes Leigh Bramwell

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he days of shoving a few bales of scratchy pink batts into your ceiling and calling your house 'insulated' are long gone. Now it's not only ceilings but also walls and floors that need to be insulated, and the range of products you can choose from is extensive.

What you choose will depend on your budget, whether you're building a new home or retrofitting insulation to an old one, your personal ecoawareness barometer, and what best complies with the regulations.

Before you make any decisions on where, how and with what to insulate your home, gather up as much unbiased information as you can.

Check out these independent websites: ■ energywise.govt.nz ■ eeca.govt.nz ■ smarterhomes.org.nz/materials/ insulation-materials/ ■ Your local council’s website Whether you plan to buy insulation direct from a supplier and install it yourself, or use a registered installer, ask for as much written information on the product as possible, including how long it is expected to last and what guarantees are in place.

There have been concerns in the past over the safety and/or effectiveness of certain products so you need to be up to date with the latest information.

The main types of products available in New Zealand are:

Glass fibre (glass wool) This is one of the most common insulation materials. It contains recycled glass and comes in rolls which you roll out into your roof space, cutting to fit. There are various thicknesses suitable for use in walls, ceilings and under the floor.

Polyester and wool These also come in rolls and can be cut into segments to fit.

They also come as blends, are more expensive than glass fibre. They are nicer to handle than glass fibre but more difficult to cut.

Reflective foil This doesn't meet the code for walls, but it is a retrofit option for underfloor insulation for existing homes.

Expanded polystyrene This is a rigid product that can be cut into various shapes and thicknesses. Based on petrochemicals, it has a fire retardant added during manufacture.

Polystyrene foam Polystyrene insulation comes in rigid sheets and planks which can be used in underfloor slabs, in exterior walls and in ceilings. A range of R value products is available.

Loose-fill insulation Loose-fill insulation which can be blown into your ceiling is an option if there’s not enough space to install

bulk insulation. However it is not used in EECA’s insulation programme as its performance can be variable. If you install loose-fill, you also need to install rigid, open-ended collars around heat sources like downlights and flues to maintain required safety gaps and avoid a fire hazard.

Some areas around the home and some products lend themselves to DIY installation, but it's more complicated than simply buying a product and fitting it into the gaps between the framing. You need to be confident, knowledgeable and informed to make sure your product and the way you fit it meets the regulations.

Before you make the decision to go it alone, be aware that the Energy Efficiency and Conservation

Alongside insulation, think ventilation. You may love to rug up in winter by shutting the doors and turning the heating up.

But the World Health Organisation recommends indoor temperatures of 18-24C for healthy living, and emphasises the need for ventilation to limit the spread of dust mites. Lack of ventilation can also worsen illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis and other breathing disorders.

You need ventilation to reduce condensation and to keep the moisture in the air down. If you find you have weeping windows, and the house feels or smells damp, open doors and windows regularly to let fresh air in.

To avoid condensation problems, ventilate the house before you leave

While well-heated, insulated, draught-free houses are warm and healthy, a completely airtight house is not, so insulating everything in sight is not the answer Authority (EECA) recommends using a qualified installer. Furthermore, because installers are able to access good prices for bulk-buying the products, you may find that using a professional is cheaper than you thought.

And here's the rub: while wellheated, insulated, draught-free houses are warm and healthy, a completely airtight house is not, so insulating everything in sight is not the answer.

in the morning and just before you go to bed at night.

Even in winter, when you may be disinclined to throw open the bifolds, you must ventilate your house. Open doors and/or windows that are opposite one another to create a cross-draught. Make sure bedroom areas have a window slightly open at night. It may seem counterproductive, but it is essential to having a healthy home environment.

Helping hands Insulation isn’t cheap but there may be funding available to help you.

In some parts of New Zealand, Warm Up New Zealand: Healthy Homes offers free ceiling and underfloor insulation for lowincome households.

You may qualify if you have a Community Services card, you live in a region where funding is available, if someone in the house is under 17 or over 65, or if someone living in the house has health problems made worse by cold and damp.

If you’re not eligible, you may still be able to get some assistance.

Some service providers offer a discount if your household is not eligible for free insulation under the same programme. This discount could be 20 per cent or more.

Some local councils and banks have payment options available to help with the cost of installing insulation and heating, and in some areas you may be able to add the cost of insulation to your mortgage or rates bill.

■ Check out your options at energywise.govt.nz/at-home/ insulation/installation-funding/

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The truth about our homes

In the land of the unhealthy home, cold, damp and sub-standard is the norm, writes Diana Clement

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ew Zealand’s housing stock is that proverbial caricature of a fat guy with a fag hanging out of his mouth.

Most of us live in cold, damp, unhealthy homes that may be shortening our lifespann, says Philippa Howden-Chapman, professor of public health at the University of Otago, Wellington.

And it’s not just 80-year-old unmodernised state houses that are unhealthy. Current building regulations in New Zealand allow for new homes to be built to a ‘not achieved’ level by OECD norms.

Most OECD countries don’t have an increase in deaths in the winter because their homes and offices are suitably heated and ventilated, says Howden-Chapman.

Here, hospitals are chock-a-block full of people suffering from cardiovascular, respiratory and infectious diseases related to our poor housing stock.

New Zealand’s homes may be better than their counterparts in a Santiago slum. But our houses are poorly adapted to the way we live, says Howden-Chapman.

This includes many homes in higher socio-economic areas, not just state and rented homes. More than 750,000 homes are still not insulated and many other unhealthy aspects abound.

Howden-Chapman is also director of the He Kainga Oranga Housing and Health Research Programme, which studies the relationship between housing, health, wellbeing, energy

Healthy answers 1 Require all houses to meet the current insulation standard 2 Apply a heating and ventilation standard 3 Introduce monitoring or enforcement by local government, with inspections rather than requiring tenants to complain.

Dr Russell Wills, Children’s Commissioner efficiency and climate change. Issues studied include the effect of temperature, dampness, crowding, injury hazards, tenure, dwelling condition, neighbourhood and other links in the chain between poor housing and ill-health.

New Zealand’s Building Code’s includes rules that add up to a “4 Homestar” rating under the New Zealand Green Building Council’s rating system. Homestar rates the health, comfort and efficiency of our homes from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best.

A 6 Homestar rating is about the equivalent of standard homes in other OECD countries, says the council’s chief executive, Alex Cutler.

Just what this means, says Cutler, was spelled out in a Business Council for Sustainable Development study.

It found that if homes were warmer, and drier, New Zealand would: ■ Achieve 50 fewer hospital stays per day due to respiratory problems, saving $54 million a year ■ Cut sick days by 180,000 per year, creating a productivity gain of $17

million a year According to the World Health Organisation we should have a minimum daytime temperature in our homes of 18C. We don’t.

“We have this cultural norm of only heating one or two rooms of the house,” says Howden-Chapman.

What’s more, we don’t keep the temperature of our homes at a constant level as we should. The problems around poor heating and ventilation are getting worse now that more people work from home than a couple of generations ago.

Leaking homes are another problem — the damp in a leaky home can worsen the symptoms of illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis and other breathing disorders.

Some fungi which grow within wet wall cavities and damp insulation are toxic. The stachybotrys mould produces spores which carry chemical toxins known as mycotoxins and cause flu-like symptoms. Worst affected are young people, the old and those with weakened immune systems.

The sorry state of New Zealand’s

housing stock isn’t easy to fix.

At the most basic level, consumer education and demand will result in homes becoming more healthy.

There is a lot home owners can do ranging from installing insulation, heating systems and ventilation, demanding higher standards in new homes and simply turning on heaters and ensuring adequate air movement.

“People need to know how their behaviour in their homes affects them,” says Howden-Chapman.

Cutler says the Green Building Council’s answer is to promote its Homestar scientifically based rating tool, launched in 2010. Once Kiwis become more aware of such tools, they can compare and contrast different homes.

“Having some sort of rating tool or standard, like Homestar, means homeowners and renters know exactly what they’re getting. A warm home that’s cheaper to run is attractive to buyers, so a greater demand for higher-quality houses will encourage developers to build more of these houses.”

Improved regulation is also needed. For example, developers can get around rules requiring 6 Homestar standards in Special Housing Areas.

Howden-Chapman believes that a warrant of fitness for rental homes will help to lift the health of New Zealand’s housing stock. It would cover basic standards for ventilation, heating, safety and hygiene in a rental property.

Cutler adds that his council has made submissions to the Government on how the Residential Tenancies Act Amendment Bill could require landlords to install insulation and smoke alarms to all rental properties.

“We believe it’s vital that the scope of the regulation around insulation is significantly expanded,” says Cutler.

“We must look at whole-house thermal performance — how the floor, walls and ceiling work together to create a thermal envelope, not just specify a certain level of insulation for the ceiling/floor that may vary wildly in its effectiveness from warm Northland to the depths of Southland.

“Ventilation and heating are also crucial elements of home health, and they needed to be included in any meaningful discussion about [warrants of fitness].”

Children’s Commissioner Russell Wills describes the bill as “shameful”.

“It is intolerable that we have 42,000 hospital admissions and 15 deaths a year for children with conditions associated with poor housing and poverty,” says Dr Wills.

“This bill will do little to change this.”

He criticised the fact that promises in the 2013 Budget for a warrant of fitness trial for private and state housing had come to nothing. “It is a wasted opportunity and a broken promise to our children.

“All our experience shows that (tenants) don’t and won’t complain because they’re too scared they’ll lose their house or be unable to rent anywhere else,” Wills says.

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Double-glaze for warmth

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uckland homes tend to have large windows to let in natural light and beautiful views, but that often means large loss of heat in winter, particularly if you haven’t invested in double-glazing.

But, what exactly is it and how do you choose the right double-glazing for your home?

“Double-glazing is two panes of glass with a space (usually 12mm) between them. The two panes are completely sealed to the spacer bar, and the air trapped between the two panes becomes an insulator,” explains Kevin Smith, co-owner of Kiwi Double Glazing, Albany.

The air can be replaced with an inert gas, such as argon, to improve the thermal efficiency of the doubleglazing. It’s denser than air and slows down the rate of heat loss in the winter.

You can also swap out normal clear glass for low-emissivity (Low-E glass), for further prevention against heat escaping.

“Like all industries, new technology has pushed glass performance. Special microscopically thin coatings (Low-E) are now common in double-glazing.

They generally slow down heat loss

Danielle Wright learns how to let the light into your home, without also letting in noise and the colder weather through the glass by reflecting heat back into the room,” says Smith, who has worked in double-glazing for 20 years.

A high-performing Low-E doubleglazing unit is approximately twice as efficient as a non-coated doubleglazed unit, so it’s important to remember that not all double-glazing is created equally.

These kinds of double-glazing are becoming more readily available for homes because people want to live in light, open spaces, yet still be comfortable year-round.

“Modern high-performance glass can allow you to do this. Clear coatings that allow natural daylight to flood in, yet control the amount of solar gain in summer, also offer great winter insulation,” says Smith.

“Single glass in windows and doors is such a poor performer,” explains Smith. “In winter, it allows cold air in and in summer it allows warm air in.

All year round it allows noise intrusion.”

By contrast, the benefits of doubleglazing are year-round comfort, noise reduction and reduced condensation. Security can also be increased when tougher glass options are chosen, which are much stronger than standard glass and don’t shatter as easily.

“In Auckland, we have four seasons in one day, which makes double-glazing something that will vastly improve living conditions in the home year-round, as well as reducing costly power bills because you will use less energy to heat and cool a double-glazed house,” says Smith, who believes potential buyers now expect well-insulated homes, including the glass, as a matter of course.

Double-glazing is an important consideration for all types of homes, but with villas, you need to find a replacement window that doesn’t change the character of the property too much. Another option is to put a solar film on the outside of your

existing window, which will reduce glare, reduce solar heat gain, reduce fading and reduce the likelihood of injury from breakage.

If you’re living beside a noisy motorway or in the coldest climate in New Zealand, you might consider triple rather than double-glazing. That includes an extra pane of glass and an additional air gap for insulation.

And if you’re looking to doubleglaze very large windows or doors, check the frame size to make sure it can carry the weight of the double glass.

Some frames are better at insulating than others — a composite timber-aluminium frame will have better insulation than aluminium alone and more durability than timber on its own.

Generally, though, it all comes down to glass selection when it comes to getting your double-glazing just right.

“Glass is complex, so selecting the correct glass to meet your requirement is key,” says Smith. “You only get one chance to get the correct glass, so make sure you research the options and ask hard questions to your glass/window supplier.”

After that, sit back and enjoy a cosy home, whatever the season.

Need to know 1 The easiest way to tell if a home is double-glazed is to look for a spacer bar (usually black and around 12mm thick) around the perimeter of the glass.

2 Consider whether noise reduction, insulation or security is the most important consideration for you in deciding to get doubleglazing; select the best-quality glass you can afford.

3 Decide whether adding further insulation with an inert gas instead of air in between the glass will benefit your home.

4 Think about frames and their insulation capability, as well as durability. If you have an older home, consider getting your windows retro-fit double-glazed so you retain the character aspect of the windows.

5 You probably won’t replace your windows for 30-40 years, so choose a double-glazed option that is as technologically advanced as possible, so it doesn’t outdate quickly.

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Aluminium Awning System

12 MONTHS INTEREST FREE

30% DEPOSIT LENDING CREDIT CRITERIA AND TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY. FOR MORE DETAILS CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SHADES DIRECT AGENT.

For an obligation free design, measure and quote contact Phone 0800 SHADES or 0800 742 337 www.shadesdirect.co.nz

99% UV Protection

Engineered for very high wind zones

5 YEAR Warranty

D11

PLUMBING |GASFITTING | HEATING

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS HOT DEALS ON HOT WATER

FREE GIFT

E TO GAS CONTINUOUS FLOW UPGRAD RE ^ FREE UP SPACE IN YOUR HOME PRESSU S N I A M ROM ^ INCREASED WATER PRESSURE ATER F W T O H 2690 ^ STRONG HOT SHOWERS ONLY $

* LPG Bottle Rental for one year

PLUS: Get your Hot Water Upgrade completed by 30th June 2016 and you will also receive a FREE LPG Bottle Rental for the first year (valued at $132.25) *Terms and Conditions Apply.

FREE GIFT PLUS: Get your New Gas Heating System completed by 30th June 2016 and you will also receive a FREE LPG Bottle Rental for the first year (valued at $132.25) *Terms and Conditions Apply.

Get HOT Now! Upgrade Your Home To Gas Heating This Winter!

You Will Love It! Warmth, Comfort, & Cost Effective Heating

I-HEAT | WALL HEATERS | GAS FIRES UNDERFLOOR HEATING | RADIATORS

Bursting PIPES

*RECEIVE A $500 TRADE IN! REPLACEMENT PIPEWORK DEALS AT REGENCY PLUMBING

Keeping you awake at night?

BATHROOM RENOVATION EXPERTS!

We have a full team of contractors to either renovate your bathrooms, or repair damaged walls, replace flooring and tiles, plaster and paint as needed, and bring your home back up to a high standard again.

This is all fully project managed by our own team, and will ensure your job runs smoothly and on time.

UPGRADE YOUR PERISHED OLD BLACK WATER PIPEWORK NOW AND YOU WILL RECEIVE A $500 TRADE IN ON YOUR OLD BLACK PIPE AND FITTINGS.

DUX SECURA IS THE PERFECT REPLACEMENT PIPING SYSTEM COMPLETE WITH A 25 YEAR WARRANTY FOR ANYONE WHO HAS OLD BLACK PIPEWORK THAT KEEPS BURSTING IN THEIR HOME. *Terms and Conditions Apply. $500 Trade In Deal — Applies to a complete house lot of new pipework and fittings only.

Offer Ends 30th June 2016.

“You will be 100% satisfied with our work. I personally guarantee it.” Regan Frost, Owner, Regency Plumbing

www.regencyplumbing.co.nz | 0800 758 623

Let life in

Home is so much more than what’s contained within its walls.

It’s inside, outside, and all around. Our windows and doors create the space and light that make your home even more liveable.

Giving you more room to let the best of what’s outside, in.

Bring your home to life with Fairview. fairviewwindows.co.nz