Residential

Consumer expectations include appearance in relation to performance, but the NZBC does not. The ease of replacement might satisfy the Building Code, but not always the consumer.

Trade literature is available from the coated steel or pre-painted metal supplier and the product manufacturer which sets out prescriptive design, installation and maintenance instructions that should be adhered to if a warranty is to be upheld.

Although the product manufacturer or the contractor has no control over the maintenance part of these conditions, they are obligated to inform the owners or their representatives of the maintenance requirements specific to the material to comply with the NZBC.

This material warranty is for a minimum of 15 years against perforation unless specifically stated.