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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

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

Your Handy Fencing Guide For Common Issues & Repairs

Posted 01/10/21

If you want to repair your fence, or replace your fence all together, use this handy fencing guide to answer some of your biggest fencing questions.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

NZ Decks: Here’s 5 Awesome Before and After Transformations

Posted 27/10/21

Check out these before and after deck photos from our homeowners, plus, we ask all the juicy questions to help get you in the know for your own project.

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.

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.

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.

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

Clear light blackout

Posted 2 months ago

I’m wanting to somehow blackout the clear light plastic so not so bright in the morning

General Building Onekawa, Napier

Renovations

Posted 5 days ago

We need to replace the flooring and assess any further damage in the bathroom area. We are needing a wall moved and one removed and some other fairly complex to type changes and additions to be made in these areas. We are also wanting the arch removed to open up the area in our lounge. We are hoping to have these done asap as we are moving at the end of February and need to get someone in to tile etc before we leave. We have a plumber and electrician to help. I have provided pictures of the...

General Building Maraenui, Napier

Make a bedroom in the garage

Posted 2 months ago

We have a garage.. just want to add a wall to create another bedroom there

General Building Bay View, Napier

Flooring Edge

Posted 1 month ago

Wooden flooring edge which was initially laid to have carpet against it is now too high as we had vinyl planking laid instead so the cap needs to be reduced in height to be in line with the vinyl. Don't hesitate to contact me to view job prior to quoting.

General Building Napier Central, Napier

Removal of Load Bearing Wall

Posted 1 month ago

Am in need of a builder to install a beam for a wall that is load bearing. We have exposed the wall and are just needing some expertise as to what is required so that we can open the kitchen to the lounge. We do not need any other work done in regards to finishing touches, just for the beam if required to be installed. Possibly requires consent which I will be ringing the council to see what the process is. Lenght measures approximately 6.12m.

General Building Pirimai, Napier

Shower Installation

Posted 4 days ago

Install new corner shower to new Aqualine gib Plumbing has been done Shower tray, wall liner and glass panels Glue & Sealant supplied Experienced professional please before Christmas

General Building Greenmeadows, Napier

Deck extension

Posted 2 months ago

Hi, We are looking to extend our deck and build in a long step. This are is currently concreted and has a gradient towards the house (see image). Will be wishing to deck up to the fence line in image

General Building Napier South, Napier

Raising a car port roof

Posted 1 week ago

To widen the entrance way and raise the roof to accommodate large vehicle. Expected time is approx 2 to 3 months

Garages and Carports Tamatea, Napier

Installing Beam after wall removal

Posted 1 week ago

Hi We require a licenced builder with a LBP to value the install of a beam. Recieved below info needed for architect: Value is the value of the building project listed - new beam, fixing the roof struts, new couple of piles, nee bracing element. Fyi: the lbp needs to sign a mrmorandum after completion too. A name is enough as I can look them up on the website Would be grateful if someone could help with this. TIA

General Building Pirimai, Napier

Posts for shade sail

Posted 2 months ago

I'm looking to install a small shade sail (3m) over my deck, and need two posts dug and concreted in. If interested in giving me a quote please get in touch.

General Building Tamatea, Napier

Shed to be assembled and a foundation to be made

Posted 5 days ago

We have purchased a shed off steelmates and need someone with good know how to put it up and also to create a foundation for it. Preferably not concrete. It is flat packed and ready to go. It is going into a space where it will just fit with some leeway, so it may be tricky to fit we are unsure. Link to specific shed ...... -medium-kitset-garage-with-automatic-roller-door?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpIzg3_Wv9AIVK5NmAh31XQBoEAQYASABEgLJXfD_BwE

General Building Maraenui, Napier

Remove window and install new weather board too match

Posted 2 months ago

Wanting a window removed and weather board installed to match the exterior .

General Building Pirimai, Napier

Sandpit

Posted 1 month ago

WE have an area that a sandpit can go. not that all the area has to be used. therefore as a builder you will have more of an idea as to how you would do this. We look forward to your contact so we can understand just how this will turn out.

General Building Taradale, Napier

Replace sliding door with normal door

Posted 1 month ago

Replace sliding door with a normal hung door. Don't hesitate to contact me to view job before quoting.

General Building Napier Central, Napier

2x windows removed

Posted 1 month ago

Need 2x windows removed An the exterior weather board installed on the exterior to match .

General Building Pirimai, Napier

Indoor brick removal and relining

Posted 1 month ago

Remove mantelpiece and the layer of bricks under the mantelpiece and possibly some bricks inside fireplace. Reline cavity to make it a usable space. Height of bricks 1mtr, width 1270mm

General Building Onekawa, Napier

Refix Shower attachment to Wall

Posted 1 month ago

10 minute job to reattach shower fitting. Removed to clean and attachment for screw fallen down wall cavity. There is a hole the size of a 20 cent piece and I can't work out how to screw back in.

General Building Greenmeadows, Napier

Door to enclose patio

Posted 1 month ago

Require screen door (security mesh) to be added to fully enclose small patio area. Current open entry space approx 1300 wide x 2200 high. Existing solid wooden framing above and on either side of space door to be added to. Rest of patio enclosed with trellis and one solid glass wall. Area above and beside door can be covered using trellis or cat proof mesh. Goal is to enclose area to help keep indoor cat inside by creating double door entry. Not aiming for maximum security just way to help...

General Building Taradale, Napier

Remodel fireplace into TV Cabinet

Posted 2 weeks ago

Fireplace has been removed. Job as follows: Remove bricks and hearth (bricks just sitting in front). Jib or repair where bricks are. Box out fireplace hole to make a space for shelving to hold entertainment stuff such as Sky box etc. We can paint. We would like this done ASAP.

General Building Taradale, Napier

Door

Posted 1 week ago

We need an internal door taken off the Bathroom and a new door fitted.

General Building Greenmeadows, Napier

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Replace 4 weatherboards

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New garage build, including concrete foundations

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Flooring Edge

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22nd October 2021

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Replace sliding door with normal door

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22nd October 2021

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Water damage inside exterior wall

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14th June 2020

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Fit cupboard doors.

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1st September 2020

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GST House renovation- kitchen, pergolas, cavity doors

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13th January 2021

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Help

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8th July 2020

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Flood repair covered by insurance

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20th July 2021

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Fitout works

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24th June 2021

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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.

Hawkes Bay Sheds Ltd

Joined February 2017

We are not just about sheds, we also do fences, garden sheds and all home maintenance from smoke alarms to re roofing. Scott has been building steel framed sheds in Napier for over 18 years, his reputation is built on attention to detail and customer satisfaction.

Lake Landscaping Central Piling and Excavation

Joined July 2020

Hello! We've been working in the Landscaping/construction Industry for the past 10 years and have recently set out to work for ourselves. We are very professional and work hard with our combined knowledge and experience in both Hard and Soft Landscaping. With a background in drilling and piling as driller operator for companies on civil jobs building small road bridges, forestry bridges, slope sta...

PANNA Woodworks Ltd

Joined December 2014

Twenty years of experience in all kinds of wooden,laminate and engineered floors installation, deck building and water- blasting . We are owner operators that are honest, hardworking and committed to a friendly customer service. Many satisfied customers through the years are the proof that we have been doing jobs professionally. We offer a great job at great rates and we take huge pride in turnin...

competeitive contracting limited

Joined June 2021

hello my name is Adam Cooper , I am the owner and directing manager of competitive contracting. We are a small team that is growing, but on the way doing some really awesome work, from renovating on a commercial level to new builds... I also have been in the Civil construction area for 15 years. so we offer digger and tipper hire with operator . Drainlaying , site clearing, foot path prep and con...

James Davies

Joined August 2021

I'm a qualified and licensed carpenter whose journey began in 1994 and have been working on new builds , renovations and commercial jobs since then. I enjoy the small jobs and the challenging jobs. I like using recycled timber and blending old with old and minising waste I'm very professional and pride myself on doing things once and doing it right.

KG property maintenance

Joined January 2021

... K.G Property Maintenance We are here to help we can supply A free quote anywhere around Auckland We can do (1)water blasting .house washing .footpath & driveway cleaning .roof washing .most & mould treatments .gutter cleaning/repair (2)landscaping .garden clean ups .tree removal .stump grinding .weeding & lawns .hardscaping (3)building .fence...

sean harvey

Joined July 2016

Hi, I have been in the building industry for 20yrs, I have many years experience in the sheet metal fabrication and fibre glass fabrication industries before moving to the uk in 1997 where after training I started my company specialising in interior refurbishment and renovation ie: all types of suspended ceilings and metal/wood stud partition walls, office partitions, kitchen, bathroom installatio...

CJH Construction

Joined November 2015

Maintenance Renovations New Builds Landscaping...

Adios Asbestos Removal Services NZ

Joined August 2021

Adios Asbestos is a New Zealand based company. We pride ourselves on the safe removal and disposal of all asbestos materials. Services include all types of asbestos (non-friable) from roofing (super 6,8 and 12), wall cladding, soffits, fences, sheds, garages and carports, asbestos pipes and cleanups. Or visit our website: www. ...

Matai construction

Joined June 2021

We offer new home building and renovation services in the Hawkes Bay including Napier, Hastings, and Havelock North. As members of New Zealand Certified Builders you can know that quality levels remain high at all stages of your project so you can build with confidence

RHL Build & Construct

Joined October 2017

Based in Hastings with over 20 years combined experience, we take pride undertaking and completing jobs in affordable and efficient way, Producing work that is creative and is sure to please. Search for us on Instagram, for a up to date gallery of work.

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...

Renovation Hawkes Bay

Joined February 2017

The napier Renovation Co. offer an end too end service for domestic renovations in Napier, Hastings and surrounding areas. We specialise in bathroom and kitchen renovation and can help guide you through the maze of product selection, design, project management and supply of all trades. Please feel free to give us a call and see how we may help.

AKN BUILT LTD

Joined May 2020

Hi,we mainly do home renovations at this current time,though we would like the opportunity to get into the new house market.we also do smaller jobs,fences,decks etc. We have a very good bunch of reliable and qualified sub trades to call on. We pride ourselves on high end quality workmanship. We also like to provide a full project management sevice of the job and believe good communication with...

Lamont homes ltd

Joined October 2021

Hi. We have been Building for 17 odd years. We can do if from concrete to roofing ground up. With competitive prices and hard working team. Looking forward to working with you.

SchoCon

Joined July 2012

Focused on outdoor living, hard landscaping and renovations, but also the cliche "for all your building needs". Being in the building and construction arena for 18 years, LBP licensed and trade qualified we will make your ideas and dreams reality.

J A Wotherspoon LTD

Joined October 2014

I am a qualified and LBP registered builder. I also am licensed in membrane roofing. I can take on any project big or small. My team and I have a very high standard of workmanship and are very efficient in the work we do. I keep my clients well informed throughout the whole process and make the whole experience as stress free as possible

CS CONTRACTING

Joined January 2020

Hi, I am 1 year and 8 months in business specialising in renovations, alterations and new building from big to small. All jobs finished Upto a high standard. Happy to work with a budget and offer competitive rates

NJB CONSTRUCT LTD

Joined November 2016

We are a building contractor that specialise in - Interior Fit Out Residential Renovations Timber & laminate Flooring Bathroom Reno’s Decking We are by no means your cheapest contractor out there but you can be guaranteed quality workmanship along with constant communication throughout your job leaving you with a clean, tidy and reliable job finish. We also run a quality and reliab...

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...

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