Guidelines

NZ Standard NZS 4246:2006 - Energy Efficiency - Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings

This Standard is intended to provide clear and sound guidance to installers of insulation to
ensure that the design thermal performance and thermal durability of the building element
is achieved.

Download this list to see if there are any insulation partners for low-income homeowners operating in your area.

Heat pumps have become increasingly popular in New Zealand homes over recent years as they are an energy efficient and convenient way of heating and cooling.

Good design and installation are fundamental to a heat pump system's effectiveness and efficiency. It involves understanding the importance of correct sizing for the ambient conditions, selecting the right unit for the local environment and correctly installing the unit.