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SNZ/PAS 4244:2003

Insulation of lightweight-framed and solid-timber houses

Provides guidance on the selection of insulation levels and window options to improve the energy efficiency of houses beyond the minimum required by the New Zealand Building Code. The PAS also identifies the insulation levels required by NZS 4218 to meet the minimum requirements of the New Zealand Building Code.

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Standards NZ References:

• 4214:2002(INT)(NZS)
• 4218:1996(NZS)
• 4666:2000(AS/NZS)
• 4668:2000 (AS/NZS)
• 4859.1:2002(AS/NZS)

NZ Act/Regulation References:

• BUILDING REGULATIONS 1992

Other References:

• ALF - Annual Loss Factor (BRANZ)


• Embedded Floor Heating, BRANZ Bulletin 344, Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ), 1996


• Energy-wise design for the sun: residential design guidelines for New Zealand, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), 1994


• House Insulation Guide, Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ), 1995


• How to choose the most efficient windows for your home: Window Efficiency Rating Scheme (WANZ)


• New Zealand Building Code Handbook