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10 Things To Consider When Building A House In NZ

10 Things To Consider When Building A House In NZ Building a house in NZ requires thinking beyond just the design, key considerations include orienting your home to face north for maximum sun, prioritising quality insulation, and incorporating energy-efficient appliances to cut costs. Don’t overlook practical factors like site access, ground conditions (especially in Canterbury),…

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Why Build A New Home?

Why Build A New Home? Building new vs. buying existing in NZ – the short answer. Building new offers big perks: full customisation, energy efficiency, modern materials, warranties, lower maintenance, and potentially better resale value. There are 5 ways to approach a new build (self-managed, project manager, house and land packages, off-plan, or section-first). The…

Earthquake Repairs

Casa Publica is one of the newest additions to Christchurch’s iconic New Regent Street precinct, and as such needed a special touch to add to the feel of the entire street’s rebuild after the Canterbury earthquakes. With a Prohibition-era South American theme, Casa Publica’s interior design and build was seen through by the JAR Builders team. We urge you to visit for the food and drinks, but also the atmosphere and attention-to-detail that the interior decor and design brings to this new establishment.

Crack Repairs and Re-Plaster

Casa Publica is one of the newest additions to Christchurch’s iconic New Regent Street precinct, and as such needed a special touch to add to the feel of the entire street’s rebuild after the Canterbury earthquakes. With a Prohibition-era South American theme, Casa Publica’s interior design and build was seen through by the JAR Builders team. We urge you to visit for the food and drinks, but also the atmosphere and attention-to-detail that the interior decor and design brings to this new establishment.