The BRANZ Good Repair Guide series explains the causes of the most common problems in NZ houses and provides the building professional with. Good Repair Guides are accessible, illustrated guides to defect diagnosis, assessment and repair. The GRG series will be available on CD-ROM during 1997. More detailed adviceis available in the following BRE publications. System fails to adequately reduce radon levels. This Good Repair Guide is Part 3 in a 3-Part set and replaces the guidance given in BRE Report.
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Document Status Current Supplement Core Supplement Series Good Repair Guide Abstract Chimneys and parapets are more exposed than any other part of the building, and wind, frost, rain and sun take their toll on all the materials. If they are allowed to get into a bad state of repair, rain can penetrate to the inside of the building. Falls of masonry from unstable chimneys and parapets pose real danger to people below. It is vital that repairs are carried out to a high standard and that bricks and mortar, and concrete and metal components, are carefully selected to ensure they are durable in severe exposure. This Good Repair Guide deals with how to make damaged chimneys and parapets safe and weathertight. ISBN 040 Subjects. Building structure.
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