Keeping It Comfy: Nesto’s Guide to Healthy Homes

They’re not new anymore — they’re here, live, and in full swing. These standards cover everything from heating and insulation to ventilation, moisture control, drainage, and draught stopping.

In short, they’re about creating homes where tenants can thrive and where landlords can sleep well at night knowing their investment is doing what it should: providing a healthy, happy home. Read our Nesto Guide to Healthy Homes below.

Healthy Homes Standards might sound a little, well, bureaucratic — but don’t worry. Here’s what you actually need to know (without the legal jargon).

Heating:
Every main living area needs a fixed, efficient heater — no plug-in fan heaters pretending to do the job. Think cozy, think compliant.

Insulation:
Ceiling and underfloor insulation have been compulsory for years, but now the bar’s been raised. If your insulation isn’t up to scratch, it’s time for a top-up before things get chilly.

Ventilation:
Kitchens and bathrooms need extractor fans. Bedrooms and living rooms need windows that actually open.

Moisture & Drainage:
Your property needs proper drainage and a ground moisture barrier if there’s a subfloor.

Draught Stopping:
Seal those sneaky gaps, doors, and windows. Because no one likes an unexpected breeze messing with their nest.

Let’s be honest — navigating compliance, contractors, and tenancy updates isn’t exactly how you want to spend your weekend.
That’s where Nesto swoops in.

Here’s what we do to keep your nest in tip-top shape:

• Check your compliance: We audit your property, identify what needs fixing, and create a plan that’s clear, simple, and doable.

• Coordinate the works: We handle tradies, timelines, and to-do lists — no phone tag or “who’s got the spare key?” chaos.

• Keep you covered: We stay up to date with all Healthy Homes requirements, so you never have to second-guess your compliance status.

• Deliver peace of mind: You sit back and enjoy your rental income, while your tenants enjoy a warm, healthy home.