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Finance and Repairs

Information sheets about obtaining finance to repair leaky houses, repairing leaky houses and health & safety risks associated with leaky houses.

Finance options for repairing your house

   

What sort of publication it is: Information sheet
Who it's for: Claimants who want to obtain finance for repairs
What it contains: Information on obtaining finance from your private lender or from Housing New Zealand Corporation to repair your house.

How much it costs: Free
How to get it:  Download it or contact us.


Maintenance and repairs

   

What sort of publication it is: Information sheet
Who it's for: Claimants
What it contains: Information about the importance of maintaining your house and mitigating damage if your house is leaking. Also outlines scenarios for repairing a leaky house and some tips for organising an effective repair contract.

How much it costs: Free
How to get it: Download it or contact us.


 Repairs and the resolution process

    What sort of publication it is: Information sheet
Who it's for: Claimants who are considering repairing their home
What it contains:  Information on repairing leaky homes at different stages of the WHRS claims process.

How much it costs: Free
How to get it: Download it or contact us.


 Mould/decks

  What sort of publication it is: Information sheet
Who it's for: Claimants with possible health or safety concerns about mould or decks/balconies
What it contains:  Information about the possible health and safety risks associated with decks and mould in leaky buildings.

How much it costs: Free
How to get it: Download it or contact us.