Quick tip from the team at Matthews Plumbing and Gasfitting Ltd to help you protect your home, avoid costly repairs, and stay one step ahead of plumbing problems. This month, we’re keeping it simple: check under your sinks. What to Look For Take five minutes this week to check underneath your kitchen, bathroom and laundry […]
Cold shower at 6 am. A puddle in the Hot Water Cupboard. A power bill that’s gone up $30 a month for no obvious reason. These are the moments when most Auckland homeowners realise their water cylinder has been quietly failing for months. The good news: your hot water cylinder almost always gives you warning […]
Lead-free plumbing in NZ for 2026 represents a monumental shift in how we approach water safety within our homes, schools, and businesses. This upcoming mandate ensures that every component that comes into contact with our drinking water meets a rigorous new standard for purity and health. The update to the G12/AS1 building code requires that […]
The new granny flat rules for 2026 officially allow Aucklanders to build standalone dwellings up to 70 square metres without a building consent. This change helps many families add space to their property without the usual mountain of local council paperwork. We know this update feels like a massive win for homeowners who want to […]
A bathroom can start to look worn out before anything actually breaks. Maybe your shower leaks every winter, or your vanity doors stick from years of steam. If you have kids splashing water everywhere or flatmates waiting for the shower, you are not alone. Many people delay renovations because of the cost. But with early […]
Most New Zealand homeowners rarely think about their bathroom tiles until they spot cracks, dark grout, or a damp smell that lingers. Sometimes, that smell is more than just surface moisture. It might come from a leaking pipe hidden behind the walls, where water can build up long before it appears on the tiles. A […]
A small, tired bathroom can wear you down. You weave around a tight vanity, juggle towels, and store toiletries wherever there is a gap. Mornings feel rushed. Evenings feel cramped. It does not have to stay that way. With the right plan, bathroom renovations can turn a small room into a practical, calm, and good-looking […]
When planning a bathroom renovation, most homeowners think about the tiles, the shower style, and the vanity design. Yet one critical factor often gets overlooked: your hot water cylinder. It quietly works behind the scenes every day, but when it fails to meet your household’s needs, the frustration is immediate. If you’ve ever stepped into […]
