Healthy Homes Assessment Christchurch
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Healthy Homes Assessment Christchurch
If you have a rental property in Christchurch, it’s essential that it meets the Healthy Home Standards. With a Healthy Home Assessment from Resultz, you can find out if your home meets the standards.
The Healthy Home Standards became law on July 1, 2019, as part of the government’s initiative to improve the quality of rental housing across the country. The primary goal was to address issues that contribute to cold, damp, and unhealthy living conditions.
Reultz has completed thousands of rental property inspections since June 2020, so we really know what we’re doing.
As we’re not affiliated with any insulation and heating companies, you can trust that our assessments are impartial, and we don’t profit from any subsequent work required to bring your property up to standard.
Why Choose Resultz for a Healthy Homes Assessment Christchurch?
Experienced Team: With years of expertise, we’ve streamlined the process for fast, reliable results.
Impartial Reports: We’re not here to sell you products—our only goal is to provide an accurate assessment of your property.
Comprehensive Compliance Statements: Our detailed reports clearly outline what needs to be done to ensure compliance.
Free Smoke Alarm Audit: We offer complimentary checks to ensure your property meets Residential Tenancy Act smoke alarm regulations.
Understanding Healthy Homes Standards
Understanding the Healthy Homes Standards is crucial for ensuring safe and comfortable living conditions in rental properties in Christchurch. These standards help maintain drier homes, minimising health risks linked to dampness. Key components include:
- Heating: Ensures habitable spaces maintain a reasonable temperature.
- Insulation: Prevents heat loss and ensures efficiency.
- Moisture and Drainage: Ground moisture barriers and efficient drainage prevent mould growth.
- Ventilation: Prevents moisture build-up, reducing mould and other toxins.
- Draught Stopping: Unreasonable draughts can decrease heating capacity and increase energy costs.
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Heating |
The main living area must have at least one heater capable of heating the area to at least 18 degrees celsius.
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| Insulation |
At minimum, ceiling and underfloor insulation must meet either the 2008 Building Code (for existing ceiling insulation) and have a minimum thickness of 120mm, subfloor minimum is 6mm, and be in reasonable condition with no dampness, damage or displacement. Learn about R-values (resistance value) for insulation. |
| Ventilation |
All living spaces must include windows that can open. Windows or doors need to comprise at least 5% of the floor area. |
| Moisture Control |
If your property features an enclosed subfloor space, it is essential to install an on-ground moisture barrier to prevent moisture from rising into the living areas. |
| Draught Stopping |
All gaps in walls, ceilings, windows, floors, and doors that allow excessive draughts need to be sealed. |
Healthy Homes Assessment: What To Expect
When you schedule a Christchurch Healthy Homes Assessment, a certified Resultz technician will conduct a comprehensive inspection of both the exterior and interior of your property. The process includes checking ceiling and underfloor insulation, inspecting for moisture ingress, and ensuring effective drainage.
The inspection also involves looking at heating capacity and verifying heat pumps meet the heating standard. Our technicians check the property for noticeable and unreasonable draughts, ensuring even small holes in walls are addressed. The report also evaluates any subfloor and habitable spaces for issues like ground moisture barriers. They will also provide you with preliminary insights into their findings during the assessment.
Comprehensive Report
After the assessment, the technician will prepare a comprehensive report that explains what was found during the inspection. This report is vital for ensuring that rental properties meet Healthy Homes standards in Christchurch. The report covers:
- Insulation: Condition of ceiling and underfloor insulation.
- Moisture Control: Efficiency of moisture ingress prevention and drainage systems.
- Heating: Assessment of heat pump and general heating capacity.
- Draught Stopping: Identification of all draughts, notable and unreasonable ones.
- Structure: Examination for holes and poorer quality materials.
Once you have your report, you have all the information you need to ensure your property complies with the Residential Tenancies Act, which requires all rental homes to comply with the Healthy Homes Standards.
Our team carry out Healthy Homes Assessments Christchurch wide. Reach out to us today.
