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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

Tips on Repairing Your Home After an Earthquake

Posted 27/04/17

In the days and weeks after an earthquake, priorities turn towards repairing the damage to your home. We've put together this handy guide to give you some tips on repairing your home after an earthquake... Your first step should be to contact the Earthquake Commission and your insurance c

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

Choosing Between Another Storey or Adding a House Extension

Posted 16/03/17

Extending your house or adding another storey can give you the much needed space a growing family needs. We look at the advantages and disadvantages of these two renovation options... How to choose between another storey or a house extension Depending on the size of your backyard, you can

Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

With so many tradespeople belonging to different accreditation organisations, how do you know which one to trust ? We take a closer look... Tradespeople Accreditations There are 10 common tradespeople accreditation to be aware of. Each one is not equal, yet they are work towards bettering

Decorating a Child's Bedroom? Here's Some Great Tips!

Posted 28/03/17

Decorating your child's bedroom can be an enjoyable, yet challenging task. We share some tips on how to get the best out of decorating this room... Remember to consider your child’s special interests and personality when planning the bedroom decor. Attention to detail helps make the bedro

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

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

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

Creating Successful Indoor Outdoor Flow in Older Homes

Posted 05/01/17

Great indoor/outdoor flow is high on the must have list for many homeowners. But achieving this this can be a challenge in older homes... Summer weather just makes us want to head outdoors. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done for many homeowners with older homes. Older properties

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Homes On Show - Save My Bathroom

Posted 30/05/18

Behind every job there is a story. This one starts with a homeowner, and a vision to renovate her bathroom from an outdated 1970’s relic to a modern, clean, and functional bathroom. The Dilemma The story starts with Joanne and her first tradie, a referral from a friend. The tradie seemed great. The homeowner and the tradie agreed that Joanne would buy everything that was needed for the bathroom, and the tradie gave her a cost to install and renovate to her plan. Fast forward three months and the tradie was nowhere to be seen and uncontactable. With the goods for her bathroom waiting in Mitre 10 and a loan taken out for the project, Joanne was desperate to get the job underway. The Solution “I spoke to someone at work, saying I didn’t know what to do. I needed to have my bathroom renovated, and my colleague said, have you put it on Builderscrack? Then they showed me how Builderscrack works, how to log on and use the site. I put the advert on the next day, and within two

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Bungard garage reclad

Posted 3 months ago

Install timber weatherboard cladding on 1 wall of garage - 10m x 2.6 install french doors (Supplied) install window (supplied ) Replace barge boards and soffits

General Building Karaka, Franklin

Moe

Posted 4 months ago

I am looking for a builder for a single level 4 bedroom house, someone who is quick and with good workmanship. The house is brick and tile cladding with metal tile roof pretty straightforward simple new build.

Complete House Frames Pukekohe, Franklin

Hand rails and replacing weather boards

Posted 4 months ago

Removing the rotten weather board and putting new hand rails

General Building Pukekohe, Franklin

Code of acceptance

Posted 2 days ago

I would like to have an inspection carried out on a possible house extension that may not have had a code of compliance certificate issued.

Home Extensions Patumahoe, Franklin

Shower Installer

Posted 4 weeks ago

I have a Mite 10 Nouveau 900mm x 900mm Shower with a broken Base. I am looking to replace the whole shower, and would like a Licenced Building Practitioner to give me a quote please.

General Building Waiau Pa, Franklin

2 level house

Posted 3 months ago

I need someone to do a quotenfor an2 level 4 br house which i need to build in pukekohe. Plans are ready to be submitted to council for the permit. I need a full contract , a turn key quote so please only respond if you can do this. I am thinking the build would start in january. Thanks

New Homes Pukekohe, Franklin

House piles

Posted 1 week ago

1920's home needing some repiling. Wooden piles on concrete block.

General Building Waiuku, Franklin

General repairs

Posted 1 week ago

I have 2 jobs to be done - 1. Fix 2 x wooden windows that have been bolted shut from the outside - it looks like one will need to be rehinged and both will need new window stays attached. 2. Build & affix some new wooden steps from ground to deck - approx 3 steps, 1000 to 2070mm wide (height from ground 600mm)

General Building Waiuku, Franklin

Replacing window joinery and bi-fold doors

Posted 2 months ago

Looking for a builder who can replace my current front doors with a bi-fold one and also replace two of my rear windows. I have a joiner lined up that can make them unless you can do both. No rush to get them done but need a quote.

General Building Waiuku, Franklin

Floor support for aquarium

Posted 1 week ago

We have a six foot aquarium that will require sister joints or similar support underneath our plywood floor. Access under the house is approximately 60cm

General Building Tuakau, Franklin

House Piles #2

Posted 1 week ago

Looking for a builder to repile a 1920 character home

General Building Waiuku, Franklin

Sleep out

Posted 3 months ago

Wanting a pre made sleep out - To be delivered and electrics, plumbing to be done.

Home Extensions Pukekohe, Franklin

Fairfield

Posted 3 months ago

Looking for builder who can do the folllowing maintainace tasks; 1. 2-3m of garden fence to be built and existing fence to be repaired as necessariy 2. Installl rain water gutter between two sloping roofs and down pipe 3. Concrete drive way wheel run approx 1m wide by 6m to run parallel to current concrete path. Site visits can be arranged if required

General Building Pukekohe, Franklin

Dismantle, relocate and re-build garage

Posted 2 months ago

I am looking into buy a second hand garage that will have to be dismantled and reassembled at my house. Size of desired garage is about 6x9 meters. The current location of the garage is Hamilton and the destination is Pukekawa. This is the type of garage I have in mind (doesn't mean I will buy exactly this one, but it can give an idea of the effort required): ...... .htm?rsqid=... Ideally the dismantle should happen between the 21 and 27th of January and the rebuild either immediately...

Garages and Carports Pukekawa, Franklin

House entry stairs need a facelift!

Posted 1 month ago

Hi there - we have a large stairway up to our front door that is in need of a facelift. We don’t want the stairs rebuilding, the overall frame is fine, we just require new steps, would like balusters adding for character and new flooring for the top/entry (wood or decking). Any feedback would be much appreciated. Cheers guys.

General Building Tuakau, Franklin

Pukekohe HOuse 2

Posted 4 months ago

HI, I have concept plans drawn up for a new house to be built in Pukekohe. Building permit still to be issued. looking for quotes from someone who can do the complete job in building. ie turn key process. I am thinking the plans may take another couple of months. so please only respond if you are reasonable and can do the complete build. its 2 level brick and weatherboard, 4 br house. flat site in belmont subdivision.

New Homes Pukekohe, Franklin

Remove exterior door and window.

Posted 3 weeks ago

We have a door and old glass pane window that we would like removed, our home is brick and wood.

General Building Pukekohe, Franklin

Close in single carport/ Temporary.

Posted 4 months ago

Temporarily enclose single carport for storage and liaise with Garage Door installer re requirements/framing for new garage door. Needs to be done very soon after 17th October.

Garages and Carports Pukekohe, Franklin

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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.

Unique Renovations

Joined July 2018

Unique Renovations Ltd specialize in commercial and residential renovations. We provide a wide range of design and building services. If you would like to discuss any of the construction or renovation services that we offer, please get in touch with us. www uniquerenovations co nz

SEAL CONTRACTOR

Joined September 2018

We've been building new houses and renovating old ones for the last 10 years. While we do a renovations and new builds we also do landscaping, stone wall, fencing and property maintenance .At the same time, we outsource, hire our team at different construction site for a very affordable rate. We are very professional and reliable, the teams always work hard to meet deadlines for project completion...

Brotherhood construction ltd

Joined May 2016

I have been building for 17 years and have a variety of construction and residential experience in the trade from new builds, alterations, renovation, and commercial, I am dedicated to providing top quality professional workmanship; no job is too big or too small. I can provide obligation free quotes and I have a portfolio of my work if you wish to view it.

Kingtui

Joined July 2018

Our company has committed to do right thing at all times to satisfy all stakeholders especially our client. We can do carpentry jobs, roofing, driveway, renovations and extensions. Our team is willing to work according to the schedule and do things on time.

AQM Developments

Joined November 2018

Hello, I have been working in construction for more then 4 years now and that was under a couple of other building companies. Early 2018 I decided to go out on my own and do exatly what I did for the other companies but on a lower rate. Happy to say that I now have a team of four to cater to any needs in the building industry. Whether its from hanging doors, painting, framing, finishing to fencing...

REEF VIEW CONSTRUCTION LTD

Joined July 2017

We've been building new homes and renovating old ones for the last 10years. We deal with all aspects of carpentry big or small. Our team is trade qualified & LBP registered, insuring 100% satisfaction. We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and completing it on a budget.

Auckland Professional Property Maintenance

Joined June 2016

We are a small decorative paint and property maintenance company that wasestablished in 1993. We spesialize in residential complete maintenance (Plastering, painting, general renovation, kitchen + bathroom, deck and fence, Etc) We manage the complete job from start to finish with no extra costs. We have loads of satisfied clients all over Auckland. We are the group of experienced trade that you ca...

staunch building services

Joined April 2017

Staunch building services offers a quality and professional service. We undertake all building and carpentry work carried out by qualified trades people. We pride ourselves on carrying out all work to the very highest standard no matter how big or small the job is and offer competitive quotations.

Brightwood Homes

Joined December 2018

Home builder with extensive commercial construction background. Clear, concise, no surprises quotes. High standard of communication, exceptional work quality and ethics. We can handle variety of work, from large new builds and townhouses, to small size additions and alterations. We can do 'turn key' packages or we can work with your design.

Marks Property Services

Joined December 2013

30+ years of construction experience in various fields. Decks, Fences, Gates, Pergolas built or repaired. General carpentry, bathroom & kitchen remodels, shop fitouts, Some design knowledge included. Modern metal fencing options & Pool fencing available too. Other trade contacts include- tiler, plasterer, painter, electrician, plumber, builder, and affordable kitchen/bathroom suppliers. Thank yo...

Bombay Carpenters

Joined May 2011

LICENCED-QUALIFIED-EXPERIENCED-Quality Builders. Thats right look no further, our building company has the right tradesman for the job.Builders, plumbers, electricians, brick and block layers, tilers, any sub-trades that need to be commisioned, Bombay Carpenters can see to it all. Construction made EASY. From labour hire to full contract,there's a budget to suit you. New to Builders Crack but with...

Auckland repairz

Joined December 2013

Hi, we are uk qualified with over 30 yrs experience. LBP carpenter & site 2. We specialize in repairs,bathrooms and modifications of existing homes, building through to painting.We are very flexible to your needs.

Isaiah building services

Joined May 2014

Hi,we specialise in home renovation,maintenance,decking,fencing and a lot more,we have been around for over 15years,we enjoy the smaller jobs that others won't take a look at,we have the "can do it" attitude with a range of skills that also include painting and stopping,we love a challenge and always work towards "quality is our policy", our team phrase.

Evergreen house ltd

Joined August 2018

Trying to think of the right builder? Need someone to guide you through your project? People who think their budget is low? High? All could be done through us.

CGS NZ

Joined December 2014

Thank you for your project description / details initiated, The job. We have been selected to assist you with a quotation with regards to your requirements. Kindly select our details and we will endeavour to assist you asap, schedule a site visit, confirm your expectations/requirements and prepare a quote accordingly. SUMMARY Frameless Glass, Shower & Mirrors, Pool Fencing & Balustrades....

YERI HANDYMEN

Joined January 2019

Hi. We have a great team ,and skillfully . We have been building new houses and renovation house 、renovation garden decking or fencing, some of plumbing work .we also do smaller jobs like a handymen. we pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and then completing jobs on budget.

Cree8 Space Ltd

Joined February 2010

Specialists in timber joinery repairs and anything else that requires thought and a high level of skill to complete. Apprenticeship served UK, 1979 to 1981. Passed City & Guilds. Been passed by NZQA as equivalent level 4.

Erceg Building Works ltd

Joined September 2014

Hi, we are a Nz trade qualified building company operating in Auckland. We specialise in all areas of building, - New builds - Renovations - Garages/Carports - Concrete slabs/Driveways - Home maintenance - Retaining walls, Timber and Masonry - Decks/Fences/Gazebo's etc We are very professional with an eye for detail. Choose us for fair quotes and quality workmanship.

DHB TD

Joined August 2009

Been self employed for the last 20 years. Specialize in bricklaying block laying. Many years experience in all types of construction, from small residential repairs to large commercial contracts. Prefer small to medium sized jobs.

Dragon Maintenance Ltd

Joined September 2013

Hi, my name is Jason and part of a family run business from Wales in the UK. I have 20+ years experience in the Building & Construction Industry. Qualified as an Electrician and Joiner with experience in other trade backgrounds. Now living in New Zealand we are continuing to provide a high quality service in Building, Renovation, Installation, Preventative Maintenance & General Maintenance, Ind...

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