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Should I buy a monolithic cladding house? Understanding NZ leaky homes

Properties with plaster or monolithic cladding can be risky purchases, but they're not all leaky.

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 7 November 2024 | 6 min read

What exactly is a leaky home?

What caused the NZ leaky homes crisis?

Monolithic cladding — the main culprit?

Not all plaster homes leak, but they may be at a higher risk.

How can I spot a leaky home?

If you keep your eyes open during a property inspection you may be able to spot signs that a home is leaky.

Not all plaster homes are leaky but they should be approached with caution.

The cost of fixing a leaky home

Should I buy a monolithic cladding house?

FAQs — Navigating leaky homes in NZ

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