Wind, rain, sun, earthquakes, accidents, lack of maintenance, the passing of years...

For many different reasons, New Zealand buildings can experience a variety of problems, from damp subfloors, leaking roofs or rotten timber weatherboards, to damaged windows, deteriorating paint finishes, mouldy interioirs and failing gutter. The BRANZ Good Repair Guides series explains the causes of the most common problems in New Zealand houses and provides the building professional with blow-by-blow descriptions of how to repair them. Where relevant, replacement options are also covered. Packed with numerous drawings and photos, these guides give practical, hands-on advice for dealing with a wide range of repair issues in New Zealand homes.