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Busting the Myths of Magnesium Oxide Board, with Steve Marskell from Rescom...

There’s a lot of negative information warning against the use of Magnesium Oxide Board. Listen as Steve Marskell from Rescom dives into a lot of detail to bust the myths of Magnesium Oxide Board. This...

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What is low carbon concrete with Dylan Viviers from Holcim [Part 1 of 2...

What is low carbon concrete? And how can you avoid being greenwashed, and choose the right option for your renovation or new build project? Listen as Dylan Viviers, National Specifications Manager...

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How to specify low carbon concrete, with Dylan Viviers from Holcim [Part 2 of...

Want to learn more about how to specify low carbon concrete, and where you can source it from? And also learn about what’s possible with low carbon concrete for your renovation or new build project....

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Should you get a second opinion on your home design? 3 ways to know.

Should you get a second opinion on your home design? Here’s 3 ways to know, as well as mistakes to avoid, and key tips to help you audit your own design. Listen to the episode now. Hello! This is...

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Will your home be too big? 4 tips before you begin

You may have specific ideas about what you want in your future home. But will your home be too big? And will it cost too much? Here’s 5 tips before you begin working with an architect or designer, to...

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Lifting the Lid on Builders’ Margins

What should a Builder’s Margin be? And is your builder making too much money? Learn more about builders’ margins, whether you’re entitled to know what they are, and what else you need to know about...

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Why is my House Cold? 7 Reasons Why.

Why is my house cold? And what can I do to fix it in my renovation? Or prevent it in my new build? If you’ve had these questions, here’s 7 reasons why. Listen to the episode now. Hello! This is...

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Introduction to the National Construction Code 2022 [NCC Series]

Want to learn more about the National Construction Code, and the changes and updates in NCC 2022? This episode is part of a special series on the National Construction Code, and NCC 2022. Listen to...

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What’s Changed in the National Construction Code? [NCC SERIES]

What’s changed in the National Construction Code in its latest update for NCC 2022? This episode is part of a special series on the National Construction Code, and NCC 2022. Listen to the episode now....

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Your home’s health: With Zara D’Cotta, The Healthy Home [NCC Series]

Are you thinking about your home’s health when renovating or building? Building Biologist, Zara D’Cotta from The Healthy Home, shares great insights on the impact of the latest National Construction...

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Building a healthy home: With Zara D’Cotta, The Healthy Home [NCC Series]

Building a healthy home is certainly possible with updates to the National Construction Code. But you need to be aware of the considerations required when working with your team and choosing the right...

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Understanding the National Construction Code, with Laura Terrnova, Deemed to...

Understand the National Construction Code, and its updates and impact on your project from Relative Building Surveyor, Laura Terrnova, from Deemed to Perform Consulting. This episode is part of a...

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What is a Performance Solution, with Laura Terrnova, Deemed to Perform...

What is a Performance Solution? And when do you need one for your renovation or new build? Learn more with Relative Building Surveyor, Laura Terrnova, from Deemed to Perform Consulting. This episode...

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Building Science 101 with Jesse Clarke, Pro Clima [NCC Series]

Confused about building science and how it impacts your renovation or new build? Help ensure your home is comfortable and durable, as Jesse Clarke, Innovation and R & D Manager at Pro Clima...

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Building Membranes + Condensation Management, with Jesse Clarke, Pro Clima...

How will the NCC updates change building membranes and help improve condensation management? Learn more for your renovation or new build project, as Jesse Clarke, Innovation and R & D Manager at...

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7 Star Homes with Jeremy Spencer, Positive Footprints [NCC Series]

Is it harder or more expensive to achieve a 7 star home? And how does the ‘Whole of Home’ Rating Scheme impact your project, your team and your approvals? Learn more here, with Jeremy Spencer,...

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The ‘Whole of Home’ Rating Scheme with Jeremy Spencer, Positive Footprints...

The ‘Whole of Home’ Rating Scheme is a big change in how your home will need to achieve its 7 star rating. Want to know what’s involved? Jeremy Spencer from Positive Footprints takes us through the...

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Does Size Matter in Achieving 7 Stars? With Jeremy Spencer, Positive...

Does size matter when you’re building a 7 star home? Learn what you need to know about the size of your home, and achieving 7 stars, with Jeremy Spencer from Positive Footprints. We also discuss...

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Air Tightness and Blower Door Tests with Jessica Allen, Climasure [NCC Series]

What is a blower door test? Learn more about air tightness in your build, and how blower door tests are important for quality control in construction. Jessica Allen from Climasure shares all you need...

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What’s a WUFI Analysis? With Jessica Allen, Climasure [NCC Series]

What’s a WUFI Analysis? It’s an important and useful modelling tool which can help you avoid condensation and mould in your home’s building envelope. Learn more with Jessica Allen from Climasure. This...

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