The restricted building work carried out by Williams required significant remedial work, including recladding and repairs to the roof and interior of the home.
The homeowner was also unable to obtain warranties for some of the work completed.
Williams was prosecuted by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).
“This prosecution reinforces the importance of using appropriately licensed building practitioners for restricted building work,” MBIE’s acting national manager, occupational regulation, Bevan Yee, said.
“MBIE investigates complaints and takes enforcement action where appropriate to help protect consumers and support confidence in New Zealand’s building system.”
Yee said restricted building work includes important structural and weathertightness features that help keep homes safe and durable.
“The Licensed Building Practitioner scheme helps give homeowners confidence that this work is being carried out by people who have demonstrated the skills and knowledge needed to do the job properly.”
Homeowners can check whether a builder is licensed by asking to see their licence card or searching the LBP Public Register before engaging them to carry out restricted building work.
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