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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 [caption id="attachment_8825" align="alignright" width="255"] Adam Pearce. Bath

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

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

Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

What does that trade logo on your tradie's website or vehicle mean? What benefit can it provide you, the homeowner? Read on to find out more about national trade accreditations in New Zealand... Some industry accreditations are mandatory, as government regulations require that certain wor

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

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

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

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

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 Cladding Options and Materials

Posted 31/07/19

Are you wondering what cladding to choose for your new build? Is your existing cladding looking dilapidated and ripe for renovation? Recladding your home will breathe new life into its appearance. In this article, we give you the information to choose the right cladding for your home. Ext

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Women in Trade - Pocket Rocket Building, Rotorua

Posted 14/03/19

Megan Dimozantos, owner of Pocket Rocket Building Rotorua, recently made the career change to building after 17 years working in corporate leadership. She shares with us her story... It all started several years back when she tackled her own home renovation. The success of her renovation led to several friends enlisting her to do their various projects. With a few jobs under her belt she began to realise she wasn't only good at building, but she really enjoyed it - "I'm a really outdoorsy person and being physical is something I really enjoy". After lots of thought and careful planning, Megan made the decision at the end of last year to go out building full-time. Leaving behind the safety of what she knew in the corporate world, for the unknown world of a self-employed tradesperson. So far, so good. Megan has had a steady flow of referral work, surprising herself with the number of jobs she has secured through her contacts and word of mouth around Rotorua. In particul

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

Women in Trade - Pocket Rocket Building, Rotorua

Posted 14/03/19

Homes On Show - Save My Bathroom

Posted 30/05/18

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Replace a window frame

Posted 3 months ago

I would like an existing window /frame taken out in the kitchen and replaced with another that will suit the style of the house (Cottage style home). Window is not a sash window. I I forgot to mention that I already have the window that will replace the existing one.

General Building Tangimoana, Manawatu

Sleep-out Reno

Posted 4 months ago

Hi There, In need of an experienced eye to find issues and fix them in our garage framework. Would like to put up a partition wall too. Quotes needed before any work is to be undertaken. Thanks in advance.

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Brick 180m2 level

Posted 9 months ago

New brick 1 level home. Labour only quotes wanted

New Homes Sanson, Manawatu

Garage

Posted 5 months ago

Want garage built on or around carport as per photos site visit needed thanks

Garages and Carports Feilding, Manawatu

Kitset 3 bay shed

Posted 6 months ago

We have purchased a 3 bay kitset from goldpine and need a builder to put it up for us, we have had the shed site leveled and the holes have been dug.

General Building Sanson, Manawatu

Bathroom floor

Posted 1 month ago

Bathroom floor is damaged due to poor tiling job. I need an assessment, quote, and then the remedial work done. The property is rental which is tenanted so has some urgency.

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Pole Shed Construction

Posted 2 months ago

Construction of kitset poleshed with 4 3.6m bays, 7m deep. 2 bays closed with roller doors and concrete floors. Total dimensions 7 deep x14.4 long. Monopitch roof. Skylight in closed bays. 1 window and 1 entry door.

General Building Colyton, Manawatu

Repairs to carport

Posted 4 months ago

Repairs to carport needs to be checked for safety purposes, needs work done to framing not to sure at this stage what it needs but it's not permitted so need to look at what needed do and cost.

Garages and Carports Feilding, Manawatu

Constructing a kit set carport.

Posted 5 months ago

I would like to know how much it would cost to have someone put together this carport for me please.

Garages and Carports Feilding, Manawatu

Carport

Posted 6 months ago

The house we have just bought only has a single garage So we'd like to add a carport (preferably double if able) in fitting with the house.

Garages and Carports Feilding, Manawatu

Internal walls + extension

Posted 3 months ago

We have plans to turn our 3 bedroom home into a 5bedroom, 2living room home. We are looking to do this is 2 phases; Phase x1 : dividing two of our current rooms, adding a small window and rearranging a few doors to ensuite and hallway. Phase x2: a 5m extension off our kitchen, including a bay window. We would like to start phase x1 ASAP, and commence phase x2 after council consent and finances have been confirmed.

Home Extensions Feilding, Manawatu

House rebuild after fire

Posted 4 months ago

House reinstatement or complete rebuild after fire. 240m2 - 2 Storey

General Building Colyton, Manawatu

New Build - 180m2 approx

Posted 7 months ago

1 level. Interested in getting qoutes, labour only builder wanted, fixed price quote

New Homes Sanson, Manawatu

Attic ladder installation

Posted 6 months ago

Install attic ladder in garage

General Building Kelvin Grove, Manawatu

Gibbing the bedroom walls

Posted 7 months ago

2 new walls needs gibbing as we have stripped the linings and insulated

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Add a room

Posted 7 months ago

Foundation, framing, roof, install secondhand doors and windows. Possibly finalise plans for council consent. Within the next few months.

Home Extensions Tangimoana, Manawatu

Exterior Wall Renovation

Posted 4 months ago

Removal of current window and increase the frame size to fit exterior door. Ideally just extending the frame to the floor as the door frame will fit inside the width of the current window. Will not need to source the doors but will need to work with the supplier to ensure the measurements match. Flexible on timeframe but would be great if it could be set up for installation by December.

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Tidy up this part wall removal. Small job.

Posted 7 months ago

I've part removed this wall to let more heat down other end of the house. But I don't have the height or tools to continue. Remove the gib up to near ceiling, and interior wall framing both sides of wall, and tidy it up to make it look like it's always been like it. It's more or less like a big window behind fireplace. And then put wood around the edges, I've some materials that can be reused on the bottom frame but if you have something better or other idea then all good..maybe I took off too...

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Carport for Gayle

Posted 6 months ago

We aren't moving to Feilding until 8th July, however we wanted to get in early and organise for a carport to be built in front of the existing single garage. We want the carport to be in keeping with the style of the house.

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Wright Construction

Joined October 2017

hi there, my name is bradley wright i am a licensed building practitioner in the field of carpentry, have built homes for diamond homes and also my own place recently, am currently building skyline garages ,i would say i work very hard and have good communication skills.

Latch Construction

Joined May 2013

I've been building for ten years now. Qualified Builder and a Licensed Building Practitioner which means I can do restricted work unlike other tradesmen. All my work is carried out to a very high standard. I specialise in all work from new houses to renovations. Landscaping and fencing aswell. Very competitive quotes and finish work on time if not before. If you want the job done quick and to...

Fresh Building Solutions

Joined April 2017

Hi there, I've worked for a well established and locally renowned building company for over 10 years, which has a great reputation for specialising in new homes, renovations, decks, fencing and any other residential building needs. I've also had stints overseas, and worked in Australia and the UK for 5-6 years, working in the commercial building industry, and also have experience in shop fittin...

Champion Building Solutions

Joined February 2019

Hi we are a small locally owned business specialising in bathrooms, decks, fences and concrete projects. We are professionals and take pride in our work and are driven by quality workmanship.

Xyz Builders Ltd

Joined July 2019

Putting a plan to action, to assure your satisfaction! Hi I'm Jay McRoberts. A qualified Licensed building practitioner who's been in the industry for 10 years. Building new homes and renovating exsisting houses. For all your general building, maintenance and repair work servicing the manawatu through to horowhenua Contact Xyz builders Ltd Building smarter

C&L Builders

Joined August 2017

Our company complete residential and light commercial projects. We work hard to meet deadlines and satisfy out customers. We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes.

AS Building Ltd

Joined November 2016

A.S. Building Ltd - Palmerston North Builders offering a wide range of building related services and catering to the Manawatu region. We are certified builders with backgrounds in carpentry, landscaping and renovations. Although we are qualified and capable of any scope of jobs; from full house builds and extensions, to replacing door hinges and installing smoke alarms, we decided we would foc...

Xpress Design & Drafting

Joined January 2020

Hi, we are a cost-effective Architectural firm specializing primarily in concept design and building consent documentation. From the smallest of renovation/alteration to complex new builds including hill builds. We also provide a wholesale schedule of fees (trade rates) for ongoing working relationships. Keywords in our toolbox being: NZS 3604, New Zealand Building Code, Timber Framed and Steel F...

Green Innovations NZ

Joined July 2019

Here at Green Innovations, our goal is to provide top quality thermally efficient products to create warm and healthy Kiwi homes. We use our years of industry experience to work alongside our clients to advise different options and their advantages. Using high quality European and Canadian tried and tested products that are eco-friendly, low maintenance and low allergen, we strive to bring New...

Long Building Solutions

Joined August 2016

Hi there, we are a small building outfit based in Palmerston North. Servicing the greater Manawatu and Horowhenua, we take pride in offering friendly service and completing quality finishes for our clients. For a range of building needs, or to talk with us about your next project, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to working with you. Cheers Chris Long LBS

JS Build

Joined July 2016

Kia ora, I am new to builders crack. I'm a qualified builder looking to start my own company and growing something great for everyone in the community. I have been in the trade for over 12 years. Have excellent skills to get a job done to the best of my ability. My clients can be guaranteed full professional attention with a quality finish.

Hawk Maintenance Ltd

Joined February 2019

Hi , I’m ranovating old bathroom . Do ceiling and three side wet wall ( hardieglaze) I do small jobs also like change locks ( all types ) New mailbox. Clothesline etc.

R builders

Joined October 2018

Old school registered master builders. Chris being in the industry for 40years priding himself on price point and good quality works. We can do anything, from project management to everyday handy man chores. Just ask and we can help. We travel all over north island for your needs.

Problem solving company

Joined December 2019

We understand that problems arise with houses, landscaping and everything else to do with property services. It's our aim to provide cost effective solutions that can help our clients and aim to receive referrals from existing clients. Let me help solve your property problems

City Civil Construction Limited

Joined March 2019

Hi, our team is made up of skilled professionals with 20 years experience in construction and roading, 15 years building, top engineers for all metalworking projects, we can spruce your yard from front to back

Foleys

Joined October 2011

We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, for all our customers - Above and Beyond. Every time. This includes our 30 minute time promise - we'll arrive within 30 minutes of the arranged time or the first hour of labour will be free! We have 10 locations across New Zealand, with branches in Central Otago, Christchurch, Dunedin, Oamaru, Ranfurly, South Otago, Twizel, Wanaka, Queen...

Smileys decks and fences

Joined May 2017

Have been building for the last 4 years. Looking for weekend/after work jobs to get a bit of extra money. I will work hard to give you a finished product you love at a great rate.

Blake Makes

Joined January 2020

Hi there, I have over 12 years experience working predominantly in major renovations and more recently in new houses. I love taking peoples plans and vision for their homes and making it a reality. Bespoke carpentry is where my strengths are, working with old gems of houses that have a story and character that require skill, careful thought and understanding so that any new addition or alterati...

Freedom Custom Made Ltd

Joined October 2018

We are a family operated business in its infancy. I however have been building the last 9 yrs with highly varied projects. We have the expertise and network to make your dreams a reality. From design, project management, to small repair we have you coverd. Flexible with locations, setting up in the wild for weeks is not a problem. We enjoy developing lasting relationships and take pride in offerin...

Statham Construction

Joined May 2019

I’ve been a Joiner for 14 years and building for 13years, but have been doing kitchen demo and installation, bathroom renovation and minor building work for the last 3 years. I work on my own and have a good Plumber, Electrician and Gib Stopper that support me in my jobs. Also happy to do small maintenance jobs. Any job considered.

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