In the heart of the Waikato, a quiet revolution in home building is underway. Ebode Homes together with Higgs Building Co. both based in Cambridge, are leading the charge, redefining what it means to build a modern, high-performance home in New Zealand. Their commitment? Delivering architecturally designed homes that use up to 70% less energy than a standard build, adhering to stringent Passive House principles.
A passive home stays at a comfortable 20–22 °C year-round, with fresh, filtered air and no dampness. Passive Homes achieve this through:
- Superior airtightness and insulation.
- Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery for clean, healthy air.
- Ultra-low energy use.
A passive home is built with structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), and crucially, an airtight envelope. This airtightness is what keeps the home warm, dry, and healthy year-round, significantly reducing the need for heating and cooling. In a Passive House, every penetration is a potential leak point that can compromise the home’s airtight integrity and energy efficiency.
To achieve this exceptional level of performance, Higgs Building Co. doesn’t just need builders; they need specialist partners who understand the delicate balance of an ultra-efficient structure. In 2025 they’ve joined forces with local experts, Mark Above Plumbing and Gas, to ensure every home has a high-quality finish, that performs to the standard required for Passive Home certification.
Mark Above Plumbing and Gas has stepped up to this challenge, bringing a precision approach to the building site.
Choose Mark Above Plumbing and Gas for Your Passive Housing Project
The partnership between Ebode Homes, Higgs Building Co. and Mark Above Plumbing and Gas represents the best of local craftsmanship meeting world-class sustainable building standards. For Cambridge homeowners, this collaboration means peace of mind. Not only are they getting a beautifully designed, healthy home that is officially certified, but they can be confident that all aspects of the plumbing, gasfitting and drainage is completed to the Mark Above quality we hold pride ourselves on.
Ebode Homes and Higgs Building Co are not just building houses; they are setting a new benchmark for sustainable, comfortable, and energy-efficient living right here in the Waikato- and Mark Above and thrilled to be part of their projects.
