{"id":3039,"date":"2014-09-03T12:00:14","date_gmt":"2014-09-03T00:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/?p=3039"},"modified":"2021-01-21T23:19:49","modified_gmt":"2021-01-21T10:19:49","slug":"hire-a-licensed-building-practitioner-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/project-advice\/advice-new-builds\/hire-a-licensed-building-practitioner-look.html","title":{"rendered":"Hire a Licensed Building Practitioner – What to look for"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When starting home renovations or maintenance, decide whether you need to hire a Licensed Building Practitioner<\/a> to carry out restricted building work (RBW).\u00a0 We’ve some easy to follow guidelines here<\/a> but we also recommend that you check the LBP website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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How to hire a licensed building practitioner<\/h2>\n

As the homeowner, you must make certain that the people you hire are licensed to do the work. \u00a0First of all, you must verify they hold a valid license. Don\u2019t take their word for it. \u00a0Ask to see their photo ID and check their details against the public register<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Check their license class; license status; status reason and suspension history. \u00a0If there is a suspension history, check the suspension end date to ensure the license is current. By law, a non-licensed person can\u2019t carry out or supervise restricted building work unless they\u2019re supervised by a LBP.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s worthwhile noting that LBPs should only undertake work that they are confident doing. A LBP licensed in Carpentry may be permitted to work on any category building (the degree of difficulty measured in category 1, 2 or 3). But they might only have the confidence or experience in category 1 and that is where they should confine their work. It is up to the LBP to make sure he or she has sufficient skills and knowledge.<\/p>\n

Hiring good professionals<\/a> to help you can be crucial to the whole building experience. Licensed building practitioners (LBPs) have undergone a robust application process, including a written application, verbal testing by proficient assessors, and referees\u2019 confirmation of their work. They keep up with the changing industry and undergo continuous skills maintenance.<\/p>\n

As well as verifying their credentials, it\u2019s important to check their online reviews. Furthermore, you should contact previous customers for feedback.<\/p>\n

Finally, for the most up to date information and legislation, visit the LPB website<\/a>. It is full of helpful up to date information and a great resource for any homeowner considering renovations on their property.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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