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Stephanie Brookes, Director and Senior Environmental Scientist of Meth Wise let's us in on some Do's and Don'ts of the industry.
Buying a home or investment property will likely be the most expensive purchase you may ever make. Considering Auckland house prices are now averaging the $1M mark, the cost of a simple methamphetamine (meth) test, is a small price to pay to avoid purchasing a meth-impacted home, protecting your investment and potentially saving you thousands of dollars in remediation costs! Living in a meth-impacted home may also have serious health implications for you and your children.
The Crockers Property Investment Index survey, released this September, estimated approximately ¾ of investors would opt for a meth-test prior to investing if given the option. Real Estate Agents and property managers are strongly advising buyers and landlords to have their property professionally tested in order to reduce risk and protect investments.
Why can't I just buy an immediate-result testing kit off Trademe and DIY?
As with any method of scientific sampling, there are always limitations associated with the collection of data, methodologies used, analysis and interpretation of results. Three major points are listed below:
So, if I do call in the professionals, how do I choose a reputable company?
You want to be assured that the Company you choose is capable of identifying and communicating any significant contamination issues within the property. Be METH WISE and ensure the Company you engage:
A committee is in the process of developing a new standard (NZS 8510) covering the testing and remediation of homes contaminated by the manufacture or use of methamphetamine. This will include guidance on best practice sampling methodologies and procedures. The standard will ensure a consistent and effective approach is in place to manage the testing and remediation of contaminated homes and their contents. Ensure your Consultant is aware of these future changes.
So, why not call in the professionals for $169 + gst and receive quality results you can trust?
Be METH WISE – Test Before You Invest.
Stephanie Brookes1 in 9 New Zealand women are affected by Breast Cancer in their lifetime and today 8 New Zealand women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. It seems now that every person you talk to has a story of someone they know who is affected by this.
The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation works to:
To show our support for this great organisation, we will be going Pink for a Day on October 26th to help raise much needed funds for this great charity and have set up a fund raising page with the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation. If you are interested in making a donation please follow the image below:
Alternatively, you may like to set up your own page and have your workplace go Pink for a Day in October. Click on the image below to find out more:
100% of the funds raised go to the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation and all donations over $5 entitle you to a tax rebate, just remember to print out your receipt and put it in with your end of year tax information and we will do the rest.
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With Christmas not too far around the corner, we thought it a good time to update you on IRD's current position regarding gifts to customers, clients and staff.
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