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Category: Planning

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How to compare building quotes

By Amanda12/07/202009/09/2024 Categories: Blog, Planning, Renovation

  How to understand and compare building quotes in New Zealand Request a quote   When it comes to building quotes, how do you know you’re comparing apples with apples? We understand most people look around before deciding on a builder for their project. Before you make a decision: Make sure your builder is well established,…

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New build tips for a quality home

By Amanda11/05/202005/13/2024 Categories: Blog, Design, New build, Planning

  New build tips for a quality home Start your own project   Plan on building your forever home? We’ll help things progress smoothly. Planning and building a new home is an exciting and challenging project. Qualitas Builders will be with you every step of the way to make sure your new home is even better…

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Consider your bathroom layout

By Amanda06/17/201902/14/2024 Categories: Bathroom, Blog, Design, Interior design, Planning

  Planning your bathroom layout Download our bathroom planning checklist!  The family bathroom is a busy place. It’s not only where we get ready to face the day, but it’s also a retreat where we can relax and recharge our batteries. The best bathroom layout for your family will depend on your lifestyle and the…

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Planning your new bathroom

By Amanda03/11/201910/21/2024 Categories: Bathroom, Blog, Design, Interior design, Planning

  Planning a bathroom renovation Download our bathroom planning checklist!  Renovating creates an ideal opportunity to design a beautiful bathroom that makes good use of your available space and flows well.Set a budget Whatever your budget, you’ll need to have a healthy contingency fund, since issues such as water damage or old pipes are often…

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Safe residential asbestos removal

By Amanda09/19/201801/25/2021 Categories: Planning

  Is asbestos in your home?  If you’re planning a major renovation or doing some DIY around your home, keep safe by checking for asbestos. If your home was built before 2000, and especially those built or renovated between 1940 and the mid 1980’s, then it’s likely to contain some form of asbestos. You may even…

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Advice on making decisions

By Amanda07/12/201809/28/2020 Categories: Blog, Design, Planning, Renovation

 Making decisions  While renovating your home or building a new one is fun and exciting, it can also be really challenging. With so many available choices, making decisions for your new build can leave you feeling totally overwhelmed! We recommend you start by prioritising the important decisions: budget, choosing your architect and builder and finalising your design….

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Do I need building consent?

By Amanda05/06/201806/25/2024 Categories: Blog, Design, Planning, Renovation

    Do I need building consent? Get advice     In Auckland, building and planning rules come from four key sources:Resource Management Act – ensures the environmental effects are managed wellAuckland Unitary Plan – outlines which activities are permitted and what you need resource consent forBuilding Act 2004 – sets out the rules for construction, alteration, demolition…

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Who should draw the building plans?

By Amanda04/05/201809/28/2020 Categories: Blog, Design, Planning, Renovation

  Great building plans are essential for a successful build or renovation  Building plans aren’t just about design, but are vital for Council consent. Your building plans are part of your building consent application and need to comply with the Building Act and Building Code. Everyone who works on your build will follow them and throughout…

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Choosing a project manager

By Amanda03/26/201810/10/2022 Categories: Blog, New build, Planning, Renovation

   What does a project manager do?  A project manager schedules and coordinates your build to ensure it progresses efficiently and safely. What are they responsible for? Having a great project manager means you only need to deal with one person, while they take care of everything else. The project manager is the Lead Contractor or…

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Plan for a warm, healthy home

By Amanda06/06/201711/28/2019 Categories: Blog, Heating, Planning, Renovation, Technology

  Planning a warm, healthy home.  Your home’s ability to generate and retain heat is a key factor in your family’s health and wellbeing, especially over winter. In New Zealand, 1.6 million homes perform poorly in terms of warmth, dampness and mould. Since most of these homes were built between 1950 and 1990, if you’re renovating…

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Is it best to renovate or sell?

By Amanda04/11/201708/16/2022 Categories: Blog, Design, Planning, Renovation

It might be better to stay where you are and renovate.  So you like where you live, but your home doesn’t meet your family’s needs anymore. Should you renovate or sell? The best reasons for improving your home may not be the ones you think of right off the bat. Here are five to consider: Sometimes, staying…

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Plan your landscape design

By Amanda11/01/201611/28/2019 Categories: Blog, Design, Gardening, Landscaping, Planning

Planning your landscaping!  Don’t let the landscape design be an afterthought when planning your new build. Developing plans for both your home and garden should be considered at the beginning of the design process. After all, landscaping can frame your home, add street appeal, provide privacy and be a place to relax and entertain friends and family….

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Tips for renovating your home

By Amanda11/01/201605/27/2020 Categories: Blog, Interior design, Planning

Tips for renovatingKiwis love to renovate! Follow our tips to make the whole process of transforming your home a little easier.Are you selling or staying? If you’re renovating for profit, it’s important to make decisions that will appeal to the wider market. Consult with an experienced real estate agent and do your research on other…

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