In New Zealand's urban areas many homes built pre-1930 are considered to have historic significance, or heritage value. Preserving the historical and architectural integrity of heritage homes (or any architecturally significant home) is compulsory in some areas and is a delicate task that demands careful consideration, especially when it comes to recladding. While recladding can improve the aesthetics and structural integrity of a heritage house, it also carries the responsib

Recladding homes built in the 90's and 2000's due to weathertightness issues can be a daunting task, but it's a crucial step in preserving the integrity and longevity of your home. Houses built in the 90's and up until 2010 have exceeded their claddings warrantees and are becoming increasingly subject to cladding failure. Whether you suspect your house is experiencing water ingress, continual mold growth, or other signs of weathertightness failure, taking proactive measures n

Recladding a house presents an opportunity to rejuvenate its exterior, enhance its structural integrity, and improve energy efficiency. One question often arises during such projects: Should you replace your windows as well? The decision to replace windows during a reclad project requires careful consideration, taking into account various factors that can impact the overall success of the renovation. Let’s delve deeper into this topic to understand when replacing windows is a

Undertaking a recladding project is a significant endeavor, often requiring meticulous planning and attention to detail. While most are concerned with improving the aesthetics and durability of the home's exterior, recladding also involves delving into the structure that lies beneath the surface. Understanding that the structure of a home involves the framing, support beams and internal linings is why having a good handle on the potential issues for any reclad project is cruc