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Introduction When we plan an exterior home renovation in New Zealand, we treat it as a performance project as much as a visual one. Homeowners usually begin with curb appeal in mind, but once we assess the property, the conversation often expands to weathertightness, drainage, insulation opportunities, structural repairs, boundary rules, and long-term maintenance. In our experience, exterior work is where early planning delivers the biggest payoff. A deck, reclad, fence, exterior repaint, new joinery, landscaping upgrade, or outdoor living area can look straightforward on paper, yet the real complexity usually sits behind the finishes. Existing framing condition, moisture risk,