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Did you know that there is legislation in New Zealand that determines and regulates how hot water should be in your home? Your hot water guidelines are governed by the Building Code
The temperature of water in homes and other buildings is part of the New Zealand Building Code, sitting under the plumbing and drainage guidelines for acceptable building standards.
“The Building Code sets clear expectations of the standards buildings should meet. It covers aspects such as structural stability, durability, protection from fire, access, moisture control, services and facilities, and energy efficiency. The Building Code states how a building must perform in its intended use rather than describing how the building must be designed and constructed.” The Building Code sits under the Building Act, and is enforced by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).
It is, therefore, a mandatory requirement by NZ government legislation to have the water in your home at the correct temperature.

At Laser Plumbing Te Atatu, we love giving our clients a range of options when it comes to your plumbing and drainage needs. We’re often asked for recommendations about the best way to heat water for the home.

We offer a full range of hot water heating systems, so in this article we are putting the focus on heat pump hot water cylinders. They’re possibly not as well-known as some other water heating systems, but they’re a great option to consider if you’re looking for a new hot water system.

If you’re building a new home or are considering changing or upgrading the hot water system in your home, there are several options to choose from. We’ll look at a few options here that the team at Laser Plumbing Te Atatu can help you with, and will help you sort through a few pros and cons of each.