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Guide to Cladding Options and Materials

Posted 31/07/19

Here’s a guide on the types of cladding options and materials available in New Zealand and how they stack up against each other.

Stage 2 of Home Ownership or Renting Life Stage – Your Twenties

Posted 26/10/17

Many people entering their twenties are looking at the possibly of moving away from property renting and into looking towards home ownership... Rising house prices have has somewhat stifled early home ownership in many parts of the country. But with a little smart thinking and the ability

Guide to Installing Balustrades - Up to NZ Building Code Standard

Posted 14/09/17

Wondering what the NZ Building Code requirements are for balustrades on stairs and decking? Then you’re in the right place, we take a look... What is a Balustrade? A balustrade is basically a safety barrier. It can vary in appearance from simply a rail with supporting balusters, all the wa

What Should You Do After a Damaging House Fire?

Posted 11/05/17

A house fire is a devastating experience, regardless of the amount of damage. Your first instinct may be to begin the clean-up and repair work, but there are several key things to work through first... Five things to do after a house fire There are five important tasks for you to do, if yo

Brick or Weatherboard – Choosing the Right Cladding for Your New Home

Posted 06/07/17

Brick or weatherboard? Choosing the cladding for your new home is more than deciding what looks best... It’s about the type of home you are building, the cost of the different types of cladding and the location of the house. Let us help you solve the battle of the cladding and choose the

This is How your Gutters and Spouting Could be Damaging your Home (and what to do about it)

Posted 28/06/19

Guttering and spouting do more than take rainwater away, they are essential for a healthy, happy home. Read on to learn signs that indicate issues, and tips for resolving damage... What damage could my guttering be causing? Externally: A sagging gutter will damage your home’s fascia. P

Decking - Choosing the Right Material for Your Home

Posted 28/09/17

Timber is the most obvious choice for building a deck but we there are two more popular options that are worth some consideration. We take a look... Types of Decking Materials There are three main types of materials used when building a deck: timber, concrete and composite timber. Timber

Top 5 Bathroom Renovation Tips - Direct From Our Experts

Posted 29/04/19

Find out the Top 5 bathroom renovation tips direct from our Builderscrack bathroom experts. This advice can make all the difference between a successful bathroom renovation or not... 1) It's All in The Planning As the saying goes - "The devil is in the detail" and this couldn't be mor

Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

Composite vs. Timber Decking

Posted 28/01/20

Composite or timber decking – which is better? To choose a suitable material for your project, we have gathered the key aspects to look at.

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Latest building case studies

Discover in-depth, ways which our homeowners have used Builderscrack to shape their house into the home of their dreams.

Garden Revamp: How Chris and Rochelle Transformed This Small Space

Posted 24/08/20

Read about a couple’s landscaping project where they work with an experienced tradie to give their small space a garden revamp.

Women in Trade - Pocket Rocket Building, Rotorua

Posted 14/03/19

Pocket Rocket Building owner shares her women in trade story, about how she made the career change from corporate leadership.

Overgrown Patio to Contemporary Deck: How Lex Doubled His Living Space

Posted 26/09/20

Find out how a contemporary deck project transformed a ‘cold and unused’ area to create indoor-outdoor flow.

A 3yo’s Take on Having Plasterers in the Home

Posted 31/03/21

Renovating with kids at home is no small feat. Read about a family’s experience having their toddler meet tradespeople working with them.

Bench Seating Took This Small Dining Room From Awkward To Cosy

Posted 31/05/21

Got an awkward space that can't be solved with furniture? Enter: bench seating. Find out design tips, budget and hindsight from these NZ homeowners.

Small Bathroom Renovation Turns Major When The Unexpected Happens

Posted 28/06/21

Budget blow-outs, schedule delays and an unforeseen scenario - this bathroom renovation's got it all! See the incredible transformation.

Homes On Show - Save My Bathroom

Posted 30/05/18

Read about how a tradie helped a homeowner with her bathroom renovation, turning an outdated relic into modern, clean and functional.

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Recent jobs posted

Check out how homeowners like you are using Builders on Builderscrack to build, repair and improve their homes right now.

Odd job builder

Posted 7 months ago

Boxing for Stairs and building a small patio and retaining Labour only materials supplied immediate start

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Internal reflooring

Posted 6 months ago

Replace existing T&G floor with , building paper possibly underfloor insulation and then plywood etc to approx 70 sq m in three rooms This is urgent as the house is rented to a new tenat but repairs need completion prior to moving in. We will then need to carpet. Owner will supply materials.

General Building Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

House repairs

Posted 10 months ago

(1) Contractor to use a flexible sealant to repair cracks to exterior of house and replace fibre board cladding where worst affected, Refer Photos 1 to 4 (2) Contractor to rake and plaster interior of house, Refer Photos 5 to 8 (3) Contractor to mortar repair staircase cracks to 20 series masonary blockwalls, Refer Photo 12 (4) Contractor to grind out and epoxy repair cracks to garage floor. Refer Photo 11 Also a section of interior wall needs to be fixed and gibbed.

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Fix barge board and corner

Posted 8 months ago

Fix barge board and corner

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

She shed kit to be installed

Posted 11 months ago

Need she shed kit erected, land leveled and small deck attached with underfloor insulation maybe only 2 days work in september ...

Complete House Frames Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

Deck

Posted 1 year ago

Deck construction 60m2. -Holes dug -Piles concreted -Bearers attached -Joists attached -Planking attached

General Building Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

20ft Container Refurbishment

Posted 1 year ago

We have a 20ft container in excellent condition on a piece of land above Little Akaloa on Banks Peninsula (about one hours drive from Chch) – there is already a wee hut on the land, but we would like to expand the ability to have friends and family stay there with us by converting the container into a basic sleeping area. Here's the catch; access is via a 4WD track only - i'm not sure how the container was originally positioned on the land!, there is no power there either. I have attached...

Home Extensions Little Akaloa, Banks Peninsula

Builder

Posted 11 months ago

We are looking for a good LBP for labour only to build single storey house on sloping section. approx 260m2.

New Homes Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

2 Purau

Posted 5 months ago

Replace a small window with a wall

General Building Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

Cosmetic repair quotes/Deck extensions

Posted 5 months ago

We need two decks extended/changed .We also need qualified builder to give a cosmetic repairs quote to EQC.

General Building Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

Industrial style hallway needs finishing - awkward job

Posted 1 year ago

This is an unfinished project. I live by the port in Lyttelton and wanted to bring that aesthetic to the entrance of my house so have experimented with stainless steel. The front door has worked well. But we had some complications with the interior, and it all got a bit much for the guy who took the job on. So here I am. This is an awkward job and is not going to suit the majority of tradies. But for somebody, this is an opportunity to work on something unique, use a broad skill set,...

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Repairs to cladding

Posted 1 month ago

Replace some fibre board cladding and use a flexible sealant to repair cracks to exterior of house

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Ground Moisture Barrier -

Posted 4 months ago

95m2 house needing moisture barrier. House on slope. 2m to 0.5m head height.

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Weather proof and line garage

Posted 1 year ago

Wanting to make our 9x6m garage weather proof so we can line with plasterboard or plywood to use as an artists studio/ gallery. Concrete block with iron roof on a concrete pad. Longer term also looking to add a 25m2 sleepout

Garages and Carports Governors Bay, Banks Peninsula

Fix bathroom floor

Posted 9 months ago

Water has been leaking through grout and under bathroom tiles. Had a tiler in to regrout but he said there appears to be too much water under the tiles and recommended a builder. I assume tiles need to be pulled up and the floor checked etc. Needs to be done as soon as possible to prevent further damage. Area affected appears to be most of the bathroom. ... . You can hear water squelch underneath some of the tiles when you stand on them in the shower and near the toilet.

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Bay Windows

Posted 1 year ago

Replace the lower soffit.

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Add wall and door to staircase

Posted 11 months ago

Hello. We are wanting to add an angled wall and door to part of our staircase. We want to cover in the bottom stairs and add a door.

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Bathroom ceiling replacement/false ceiling AND extractor fan installation

Posted 1 month ago

I need either a false ceiling or new ceiling in my bathroom (existing one is stipple and possibly asbestos). I also need the existing extractor fan removed and a new one replaced, so someone with electrical expertise, or who knows an electrician they can work around would be very handy. No timeframe at the moment, but very keen for a quote.

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Bach reclad

Posted 1 year ago

Labour only install new dg windows, doors ,insulation and reclad with Linea on bach. Onsite accomodation may be available.

General Building Port Levy, Banks Peninsula

Exterior Repairs

Posted 6 months ago

Use flexible sealant to repair cracks to exterior of house and replace fibre board cladding where worst affected

General Building Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

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Recent building reviews

With over 200,000 reviews in total, and an average rating of 9/10, you can be confident that your job will be handled with the utmost care.

20ft Container Refurbishment

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23rd August 2020

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House repairs

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21st February 2021

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Internal reflooring

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10th February 2021

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Bay Windows

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11th February 2020

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Gibbing over concrete block

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15th December 2019

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Fix barge board and corner

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8th December 2020

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Find Builders in Banks Peninsula

Our trusted tradies will respond to your job, often within a few minutes. You decide who you want to communicate with. You’re in control the whole way.

R P D Construction

Joined November 2016

HI I have been building for the past 20 years and have experience in new builds, renovations, home extensions, decks, roofing, fences. I have high standards and offer a great service.

Otautahi Builders Ltd

Joined July 2016

Hi, I've been building and renovating for 6+ years. Working hard and paying extra attention to detail to set me apart from the others. From new builds right down to a small fix up, I can provide advice and competitive quotes

Fix It Fox Handyman Services

Joined December 2020

No Job Too Small. Hands on Engineer. I have built a broad spectrum of residential and engineering items. I have a full suite of skills - fabrication, building, roofing, plumbing, drainage, electrical etc ie classical handyman who does well in all trades. Good tool base. Multiple trailers. Can cart 9m lengths. Engineers built the world.

Kumanu

Joined June 2020

KUMANU: means "to care for, nurture, or cherish" The owner has over forty years of experience and can nurture your ideas and dreams so that you may cherish the outcome. From a new door to a new house. Builders of the First house in New Zealand to score 10 on the Home star rating.

Erne construction Ltd

Joined September 2015

Erne construction Ltd based in Christchurch. Working in the greater Canterbury region and South Island. Specialising In Architectural homes, Renovations, Alterations, EQR and commercial. For a Quote please contact Stephen ... ...

Core Civil Solutions nz Limited

Joined December 2019

Hi, we have been involved in the rebuild of Christchurch for over 7 years. We have experienced LBP builders and able to do a wide range of building works and construction. We are specialist in foundation re-level works and retaining walls, Our team are able to provide a solution that works for you. Please look at our web site for more information. ...

The Black Fence Company

Joined December 2019

the Black Fence company provides building and maintenance services. Including; fences, gates, decks, pergola's and much more. I provide great communication and attention to detail. I also provide other home improvement tasks and maintenance.

Zk builders

Joined October 2016

Hi, I'm a passionate qualified builder that is LPB registered and also have a certificate in auto refinishing and a diploma in audio engineering. Have been building now for 10 plus years and have experience in new builds, renovation, architectural builds and light commercial.

Andys Interior Plastering

Joined January 2010

Hi, We've been plastering new houses and tidying up old ones for the last 20 years. We've been in Christchurch for the last 20 years and have worked on jobs around the city as well as in regional parts of Canterbury.We also do handyman work around your house and light building work. We are very professional and work hard to meet deadlines for project completion. We pride ourselves on providing com...

Sembel it

Joined February 2021

Big or small we do it all. 20 plus years industry experience. Honest and quality workmanship with reviews to back up. Price competitive and we go the extra mile Police vetted. We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and then completing jobs on budget. We aim to exceed your needs and expectations.

Mark Smith Builders

Joined February 2012

Mark Smith Builders established in 2009, with 13 years experience we specialise in all aspects of residential buildings, architectural homes, hill sites, alterations and repair work. Mark has developed strong relationships with the people of Canterbury helping with the Christchurch rebuild. As a licensed building practitioner (LBP) you can rest assure your home is getting built by a qualified bu...

Hansen tranter contracting ltd

Joined October 2017

Hi H-T contracting Ltd is a new company specialising in driveways and landscaping. We are also involved in handymen work and cleaning services. Look forward to hearing from you.

WatsonBuilt Limited

Joined October 2020

Hi there, my name's Matt. I've been building for 10 years, am a fully qualified builder and am a Licensed Building Practitioner too. I have had experience in new builds, renovations and most things in between. Working hard and providing top quality work for the customer is what I pride myself on.

SMALL JOB SPECIALIST

Joined March 2019

Hi I have been building and renovating houses for 40 years and i am just doing odd jobs and maintainence . I Give free quotes and will do the work in time frame agreed upon

JSL builders

Joined November 2015

Hi there I've been building for many years and really enjoy it. I build new houses to renovations and small basic jobs. I like what I do and I take care in my work. I aim to maintain a good working relationship with the client and pride myself with communication to see the job runs smoothly and to the clients satisfaction.

Clear Construct

Joined June 2017

Clear Construct are experts of building and glazing, Skylights, uPVC and aluminium windows and doors, repairing things made from wood. These could be wooden structures, furniture, shelves, rafters, cabinets, drywall, siding, dressers, door frames, beds, stairways, building frameworks, toughened glass, frameless shower, pool fences, balustrade, splashbacks and the list goes on. Do you need a ca...

JC Roofing and Building Maintenance LTD

Joined July 2021

At JC Roofing and Building Maintenance, we specialize in re-roofing, roofing maintenance, new builds, renovations and construction. Together we have over 45 years experience within our trade. Contact us today for a no-obligation free quote.

A D White Builders ltd

Joined August 2016

Registered Master Builder with over 15 years in the trade. Quality and accountability comes standard with no job too small and I'll work in with clients to ensure that work gets completed on budget and on time. I specialise in renovations / additions and maintainance. I can take care of the project management or work in with clients and their projects as needed.

Rpm carpentry

Joined July 2020

Hi, I have been building and renovating homes, properties and businesses for 12 years and have exeptional experience in property maintenance and renovations. We are passionate about our work and love seeing the clients reaction to their homes becoming exactly what they wanted. We pride ourselves on offering a very competitive quote, completing the job on time and on budget with the utmost quali...

SP Build Solutions

Joined April 2019

SP Build Solutions Ltd is more than just your standard building company. With the directors/staff covering numerous trades it means we can streamline your project in house. Only needing to sub contract the specialist trades ( eg: plumbing, electrical, ect). This helping keep all projects on time and more importantly on budget. LICENCED BUILDING PRACTITIONER

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