05/03/2026
Hi there, Healthy Home Team! It’s so important to be aware of proper insulation installation, and I appreciate your efforts in raising this issue. It’s alarming how incorrect installations can lead to serious hazards, not just for safety but also for compliance. As your local healthy home advisor, I'm here to help! If anyone has questions or needs advice about their home, feel free to reach out.
This is what can happen when insulation is installed incorrectly.
The bathroom extraction unit in this ceiling melted because insulation had been placed directly over the top of it. Without proper clearance the fan overheated and the plastic housing failed.
Situations like this create a serious fire hazard and do not meet New Zealand insulation standards.
For landlords, problems like this can also mean a property does not comply with the Healthy Homes Standards.
Correct installation and professional advice make all the difference. If you need advice about your home, get in touch with one of our trusted Local Healthy Home Advisors.
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