In this article, we discuss the upcoming changes to H1/AS1 in the New Zealand Building Code and what that means for the insulation levels required in your home moving forward. You’ve probably seen from the media that the building industry has been under incredible pressure over the past 2 years. With interest rates at all-time lows, the demand for building and construction services has boomed to levels never seen in New Zealand. This has meant that manufacturers have been...

Sound transfer through your home’s walls can be a big problem for many New Zealanders. There are two main issues that may lead you to soundproof your home. These include noise entering the home from external sources like a neighbours social gathering, traffic or machinery operating outside the home. The other issue is internal noise transfer that may happen if someone is watching TV, playing music or cleaning. Noise transfer is a tricky thing to stop there are so many factors to...

With so many different types of insulation it can be hard to know exactly what to invest in. Pilkington Insulation provide insulation for all areas of your home, walls, floors and roofs. Fully insulating your home ensures a comfort living environment all year-round. Less money will be spent trying to heat and cool your home. Here are all the areas of insulation we provide to keep your home at a more consistent and comfortable temperature. In this article we explain the...

Winter is fast approaching and now is the time many Kiwi families start planning for the cold and wet winters New Zealand is typically known for. With that in mind, is your home prepared for Winter? Here’s our tips to help you get your home prepared for winter Preparing in advance helps you to tackle the harsh weather of winter before it hits. If you’re a homeowner, it pays to do a regular inspection around the exterior before winter sets in. Keep an eye out for any...