Is this similar to the construction crisis in New Zealand in the 90’s, which cost the NZ government billions of dollars? Yes, according to construction lawyer, Kim Lovegrove, who did an interview with the Canberra Times and said he's seen "shades" of the same waterproofing problems that caused structural and health problems in tens of thousands of New Zealand buildings in Canberra.

Probable cause?

Incorrect detailing and limited construction knowledge of designers and certifiers. We can save you from this problem when building your Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) home. Contact the professionals at SIPs Industries for second to none construction advise and product quality.

 A Timber Frame house with mould.

A Timber Frame construction with incorrect detailing will have caused mould, but SIPs Industries provide a breathable membrane and ventilated cavity so no mould can ever grow.

A SIPs home with breathable mebraneand ventilated cavity, meaning no mould.

Contact SIPs Industries on (08) 9494 2211 for a chat about building your SIPs home today, or read more about the ACT's problem at the Canbera Times' website.