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Our blog is full with helpful news and knowledge covering building related repairs and renovations around your home. 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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

Firewall installation in ceiling

Posted 1 week ago

Seeking free quotes to install firewalls in the ceiling. Currently there are firewalls between walls but they don't go all the way to the ceiling. Looking forward an estimate to do this installation. Regards Safia

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

New House Project

Posted 5 months ago

Builder required to assist with new home construction & general building. Steel frame experience would be an advantage.

New Homes Feilding, Manawatu

ReCladding on old home

Posted 3 weeks ago

I am looking for a builder to do some cladding on my mother’s home. It’s an old villa and if you decide to take the job I would like to discuss how long it will take so I can get painters to start when you finish

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Purlin and hip repairs /replacement

Posted 1 month ago

A leak in the roof has resulted in at least 2 purlins and a section of the hip needing replaced. I'd also want to have the flashing and the sections of roofing iron replaced. I would like the work done as soon as possible to prevent any further damage.

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

New home build feilding

Posted 1 month ago

We are wanting guidance/time lines/prices for a new home build in feilding. I have drawn a rough plan I think will work and its about 217 m2. We are open to options but would like to build asap so please keep that into consideration too. We have a tight budget and this is what we would like. We know we will need some low spec areas to be able to get these. -5600m2 section on town boundary - 150m driveway - Septic and water tanks - 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom -215m2 (floor plan without brick...

New Homes Feilding, Manawatu

Various

Posted 5 months ago

Need a mobility ramp built and build and install a gate in the driveway

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

House renovation in Heatherlea Heights

Posted 2 months ago

Reconfigure Living space (two walls to be removed). Divide Laundry into Laundry and separate shower room. Ensure the laundry which appears to an unregistered edition meets or is bought up to building code. Move the front door. Add a landing and stairs. Add on an ensuite (this doesn't have to happen immediately).

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Safe and Sanitary Report

Posted 3 weeks ago

I need a tradesman to write a safe and sanitary report for an unconsented toilet and kitchen on a property that I am wanting to purchase. The toilet and kitchen were installed by professional tradesmen about ten years ago but council consent was never issued.

General Building Himatangi, Manawatu

Timber framing and gib board

Posted 1 week ago

We are renovating an old villa at Himatangi Beach and need a quote to lower the ceilings and fit dwangs between the studs. There may be additional building work available.

General Building Himatangi, Manawatu

NUKU #2

Posted 1 week ago

We have some weatherboards that need to be replaced and some other building work.

General Building Tangimoana, Manawatu

Rotted roof support & water-damaged sliding door surround replacement

Posted 2 months ago

Carport roof support is rotted at the base (see photo) and water damage prior to re-roofing has rotted out a sliding door surround (see photo). Both needing replacement.

General Building Highbury, Manawatu

Build garage from kitset including concrete pad - entire job

Posted 2 months ago

Erect kitset garage. flat site but needs concrete pad.

Garages and Carports Halcombe, Manawatu

Wall removed

Posted 1 month ago

A wall has been removed and was not permitted, gib to be removed to see what has been done and plans drawn for council consent and possibly redoing the job completely

General Building Sanson, Manawatu

319a Kimbolton Road, Feilding

Posted 5 months ago

Hi there, Please find the attached plans for better understanding of the project. it is a very simple design of a single story three bedroom house with double garage. weatherboard cladding all around. Feel free to contact me for any queries. Thank you.

New Homes Feilding, Manawatu

Step reinstatement

Posted 5 months ago

Reinstate a step from lounge to hallway, about 150-200mm high and approx. 900mm wide. It was converted to a ramp by a previous owner. Also quote on extending a deck at front of house.

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Removal of window & install of stacker door

Posted 4 months ago

I'm needing a builder to remove existing windows and install stacker door

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Cladding

Posted 1 week ago

Hi my Mums home needs some cladding all over her home. The cladding is rusticated weather board. It will be awesome if someone can help us out so we can get it painted. Ngā mihi Malane

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Renovations and wooden window repair

Posted 4 months ago

Looking to do a bathroom and laundry renovation, along with installation of French doors and need some wooden windows repaired ... possibly looking to build a deck as well depending on cost

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

Labour needed on new Fraemohs home

Posted 5 months ago

We are currently in mid-construction of a 2 storey Fraemohs home in Feilding. Urgently need help with lifting and installation or flooring joists, beams and upper level. These homes are NOT constructed the normal way, instead are built similar to a log cabin. Starting next week for apx 2 weeks should get us to roofing stage. Possibility of more work is quite high.

New Homes Feilding, Manawatu

Interior wall

Posted 1 month ago

To fill in an opening between 1st level up to 2nd level. It was built in the 70's and was the style then. We would like it to be filled in and seamless look to originally walls. So will need framing, gib, plaster ready for us to paint. Maybe a power point to be placed as well. opening size 4.7 x 1.8m Time line is not important, but would like to be done soon.

General Building Feilding, Manawatu

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Find Builders in Manawatu

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.

A Stage Construction

Joined January 2018

A-Stage Construction is a small family owned construction company based in Palmerston North, established in 2015. Owner/director Kalvin, is a registered master builder, with 10+ years experience in residential new builds, renovations, alterations and re-cladding, plus more! We have two training apprentices, 3rd and first year. We take pride in providing no obligation, competitive quotes and we...

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...

Level Ridge Limited

Joined July 2017

Level Ridge Limited is a property maintenance and construction company covering the Hawkes Bay, Manawatu/ Whanganui, and Nelson-Tasman regions, offering a comprehensive range of services using both internal staff ( including qualified carpenters and licensed building practitioners) and trade qualified specialist contractors including plumbers and electricians. We can take care of the full scope o...

TLR Construction

Joined June 2020

Hi, I have over 15 years experience in the construction industry and pride myself on completing work to a high standard. I look forward to meeting you to discuss what we can offer.

Rapid construction

Joined November 2018

HI, we have been doing residential fencing and decks for the last 2 years. while we are specialized in two sectors one being residential fencing and decks and other being plasterboard installs for renovation works. we do other jobs as well, anything from water blasting to minor renovations to verandahs - pergolas and even those small property repairs. we are professional and reliable at reasona...

Andyman Maintenance

Joined August 2019

British city and guilds carpenter qualified 35 plus years, Being doing general timber repairs and property maintenance eg:- windows and doors, deck and fence repairs for the last 15 years for both Corporate and private clients in NZ. I specialize in small repairs that the big building companies don't cater for. Call or email me for a quote. Andy

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. ...

Uncut Home Improvements

Joined May 2017

Hi We are a small business Myself and my Partner that take pride in our work .We will work to your budget and with you to complete a professional result . We have over 35 years in the Building Construction / Landscape Industry . We do everything from New Kitchens /Bathrooms, Complete make overs, Tiling, Maintenance of Rentals, House Painting Just ask Now with having a Digger and Truck we are abl...

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.

Graham Contracting

Joined May 2012

Graham Contracting provides all of the services and materials required for construction projects including concrete driveways, footpaths, patios, decorative concrete, fences, gates and retaining walls of all types. We will meet our customers on site and provide a free written quotes and sketch including all labour, materials and equipment. Please reply with: - First & Last Name - Site A...

Practical Building Company Ltd

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

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.

JK Project Management

Joined June 2012

JK Project Management looks after all the trades on your projects to give you one simple point of contact. Renovating? Full build? Landscaping? - Let us sort the builder, sparky, plumber etc. As well as offering Project Management, we also offer Excavation works, Driveways, home handyman, rubbish removal, tiling, plastering, painting from all the trades on our books. Having so many trades on...

JBARR Construction ltd

Joined February 2018

We are a local construction company with over 15 Years experience in the industry. Excellent communication and every project is to a very high standard. Proud to be a New Zealand Registered Master Builder Member

NuVista Homes

Joined March 2014

Hi, We are NuVista Homes. We are a multi-award winning, family operated business with over 14 years of building experience in New Homes, Renovations, Alterations, Light Commercial work and General Building. We also offer in house interior design services We pride ourselves on making you happy and creating your project into our own master piece. This means we take the time to get to know you...

palmer construction

Joined June 2016

Palmer construction is a well established building business with a passion for house renovation and all general building and property maintenance including painting.

Kapiti Hardscaping and Handyman Services ltd

Joined June 2019

We are a small Hardscaping and Handyman company, we specialize in landscaping and Hardscaping, fencing and deck construction. And general handyman services, we can help solve almost any problem around your house garden or lifestyle block

Manawatu quality builders ltd

Joined July 2021

Hi there, we’ll it says it all in our name company name. Quailty starts at the beginning. We specialise in maintaince, small jobs, renovations and new house builds. With myself trade qualified and a LBP, my forman and apprentice we provide big results with good pricing and turn around.

Astro Building & Maintenance

Joined June 2018

With over 30 years experience in construction, ASTRO Maintenance boast a wide knowledge and skills. Based in Levin, Horowhenua ASTRO Maintenance can accommodate various jobs throughout Horowhenua, Manawatu-Wanganui and Kapiti Coast. From small maintenance repairs to all inside and outside renovations, ASTRO Maintenance provides a professional, high standard, reliable building and maintenance serv...

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...

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