Leaky Home Buyer Beware Guide
The Leaky Home Guide $39.00
Buying, owning or selling a plaster-clad home? Understanding the risks of leaky homes and weathertightness problems is essential, particularly in homes built during the 1990s to early 2000s.
The Leaky Home Guide explains where water can get into a home, the common problem areas to look for, and the warning signs that may indicate hidden moisture damage or failing building details.
Using real examples from NZ homes and drawing on 445's experience in leaky home investigations and recladding projects, this practical guide helps you better understand potential weathertightness issues and where problems can occur.
Inside The Leaky Home Guide.
Know Where to Look for Warning Signs.
Easy to Navigate. Simple to Use.
Real-Life Photos. Practical Examples
Inside the Leaky Home Guide
Know Where to Look for Warning Signs
Easy to Navigate. Simple to Use.
Real-Life Photos. Practical Examples.
Why we created The Leaky Home Guide
For years, we’ve seen homeowners and buyers face the devastating reality of serious weathertightness failures — from hidden damage and mould to repair bills running into tens, even hundreds, of thousands of dollars.
Building flaws dating back 30 years continue to cause problems, and we’re seeing weathertightness concerns in more recent homes too. The consequences can be financially and emotionally crippling, with families left battling costly repairs, contractors, councils and legal disputes. Some properties can even become uninsurable.
We created The Leaky Home Guide to help homeowners and buyers recognise potential warning signs before committing to a costly mistake. Because the right knowledge, and specialist advice when it matters, could save you far more than money.
What you'll learn in the guide.
The Leaky Home Guide draws on 445’s experience in leaky homes and weathertightness remediation to help you understand what to look for and where problems can occur.
- Where problems occur — the common areas around a home where weathertightness issues can develop.
- What warning signs to look for — visible clues that may indicate a potential problem.
- How water gets in — how water can enter the building envelope and lead to hidden moisture damage.
- When to take a closer look — when a potential concern warrants further investigation by a qualified professional.
Who is this Leaky Guide for?
Homeowners:
Understand vulnerable areas of your home, recognise potential warning signs and know when further investigation may be needed. Identifying concerns early may help prevent more extensive and costly repairs.
Home sellers:
Understand potential weathertightness concerns before listing your property, giving you time to investigate issues, consider repairs and make informed decisions about disclosure.
Prospective buyers:
Learn which features may warrant closer attention, what questions to ask and when to seek professional advice before committing to a purchase.
