BU666 Restoring a home after flood damage
- Abbreviation
- BU666(2021)
- Valid from
- 1/12/2021
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited,
- Information type
- BRANZ Bulletin,
- Format
- PDF,
Description
Bulletin 666 Restoring a home after flood damage outlines what to do after a property is flooded.
After a home is flooded, the building may need remedial work to help it dry out and to repair any damage.
This bulletin provides guidance on the New Zealand Building Code requirements for remediation options, what to do immediately after a home is flooded, and health and safety when working in a home that has been flooded.
Scope
This bulletin is intended to assist with the putting right that is so important after a flood.
It covers health and safety considerations, tips for cleaning up inside and outside, drying out the house and repairs.
It does not cover making residential properties resilient to flooding.