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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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Broken exterior Door Frame

Posted 11 months ago

Broken exterior door frame and can't close the door

General Building Queenstown Hill, Queenstown Lakes

Bathroom renovation

Posted 1 month ago

We own a house in Highview Terrace Goldfields. It’s been on the market and a purchasers building inspection has found a leak in a shower going down to a bathroom below. I know it’s a builders least favourite job but we’re keen to get it sorted ASAP. It’s a short term rental property but it’s fairly quiet at the moment. Cheers

General Building Queenstown Hill, Queenstown Lakes

Hill house

Posted 1 year ago

builder has been found thank you

New Homes Lower Shotover, Queenstown Lakes

New Build Home

Posted 1 year ago

Qualified carpenter and or LBP needed for new build in Arrowtown. Start date mid October.

New Homes Arrowtown, Queenstown Lakes

Cut through an internal wall for a door

Posted 10 months ago

Need a builder to cut through an internal wall (basic plasterboard and maybe a stud) for a door (which we will put in ourselves - it will eventually form a door to a new pantry which we will build into the media room (see pics for plans). This job is to: 1) Assess the suitability of the wall for cutting through (i.e. ensure it is not load bearing!) 2) Cut through the wall and make an opening the size required for the door.

Home Extensions Lake Hawea, Queenstown Lakes

Extension Fernhill

Posted 2 months ago

This is a two storied house, with the top story larger than the bottom story. The job is to fill in the reminder of the bottom floor with two bedrooms, thus making the two stories the same size. Requires two external wall. Have just received building consent so ready to go. not sure of cost.

Home Extensions Fernhill, Queenstown Lakes

Checking damp in a house

Posted 9 months ago

My house is against a hill where the spare room, at the back, is built against the hillside. The room is always musty smelling and seems to be getting worse. If I put things in drawers and close them then they smell mouldy. I don't know how to go about fixing this, so looking for offers, or ideas of what checks can be done.

General Building Arthurs Point , Queenstown Lakes

New House

Posted 1 year ago

New house 120m2 completing footings through to lock up on a Labour Only contract starting within next two months.

New Homes Lower Shotover, Queenstown Lakes

2 x Queenstown units in need of exterior spruce up!

Posted 11 months ago

Replace cedar cladding and building paper and add flashings to windows. Paint after installation. Fill some small cracks in exterior plaster and re-paint.

General Building Town Centre, Queenstown Lakes

Building equipment and materials

Posted 3 months ago

For sale equipment and materials (mine) that are on my section I want to sell/removed. There are concrete shutters/boxing, reinforcing, pavers, insulation. would like removed asap so the section can be eventually sold.

General Building Fernhill, Queenstown Lakes

Ceiling tiles replacement

Posted 1 year ago

Damaged ceiling tile replace

General Building Queenstown Hill, Queenstown Lakes

Garage Reduction in Size

Posted 1 year ago

We have a concrete garage which has been built in 2012 and unfortunately encroaches over a neighbour's land. The garage has a deck on top and needs to be reduced in size by 750mm approx so it no longer encroaches onto the neighbour's land. It will involve resiting an outdoor light and changing the size of the garage door. The garage sits near the edge of a retaining wall with a drop off of approx 3 metres

General Building Town Centre, Queenstown Lakes

Standing frames and trusses hanleys farm

Posted 9 months ago

I require a licensed building practitioner to stand frames and trusses ready for a roof on a 180m2 house in hanleys farm in approximately 4 weeks time

Complete House Frames Jacks Point, Queenstown Lakes

Bike shed

Posted 9 months ago

A wall and cover to attach to existing shed to store our bikes.

Garages and Carports Lake Hayes, Queenstown Lakes

Queens

Posted 1 year ago

We think we could use some of your help,We are in need of Renovation service for our Property before we put it for sales, your reply will be appreciated.Probably easier to contact me via email.tobilomorries1990 AT GOOGLEMAIL Regards.

General Building Queenstown East, Queenstown Lakes

Qualified Lead Builder

Posted 11 months ago

Are You Looking for a New Challenge in Queenstown? - We are about to start on a 800m2 Residential high quality build in Dalefield. - You – The Lead Builder - LBP High End Quality Build, Small Team, Work with Owner/Project Manager, Take Pride in Your Work, Attention to Detail, Work Together, Lead by example / Happy Team! Designed by Assembly Architects from Arrowtown. The owner’s philosophy is to involve a small team of experienced trades p...

New Homes Dalefield, Queenstown Lakes

Sound proofing wall

Posted 2 months ago

A wall in the master bedroom is adjoining to another bathroom. At times this is proving to be very noisy. I'd like someone to add an extra layer of gib on top of a frame of 2x4s on top of the existing wall. Ideally the same person can do the stopping. There are 2x power sockets on the wall which I am happy to organise with a electrician friend.

General Building Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes

3 Wye Place Refurbishment

Posted 1 year ago

A full survey to be able to quote for the following: Repairs on corrugated metal roof (it is leaking at the moment) Renewal of flooring in the bathroom and surrounding area (Dampness) Alterations to the house to add another bedroom Refurbishment of two bathrooms Refurbishment of kitchen I would like to see quotations in by October and work starting in January and being completed by the end of the month if possible. It may be that we have to move my son and family who live there to move out...

General Building Fernhill, Queenstown Lakes

Repair water damaged areas.

Posted 11 months ago

Area 1: Take down shower walls and remove/repair some wood which has rotted. Bathroom will then be re-floored and shower walls can be put back up. Area 2: Repair some area's of wall, replace wood panelling which has bubbled due to water leaks. Also prep a large area (remove wood panelling) for a mirror wall to be installed. (Yoga Studio)

General Building Queenstown Hill, Queenstown Lakes

Pole shed

Posted 5 months ago

Looking for a qualified builder to build a kitset pole shed in Lake Hawea and add internal framing for a portion of it to make it a habitable apartment that's able to be consented

General Building Lake Hawea, Queenstown Lakes

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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.

Grid Construction Ltd

Joined October 2016

Hi, We specialize in anything building. Whether its a small maintenance job, through to your dream home or renovation. I am a LBP Accredited qualified builder and pride myself on working to deadlines providing high quality workmanship. Get in touch for competitive pricing. Look forward to working with you.

Stroud Homes Queenstown Lakes

Joined August 2019

Hi we’ve been building new homes, alterations, repairs, decks, extensions, sheds and any other building jobs for central Otago families for a number of years. No job is to big or small. We are part of the master builders association and a licenced building practitioner.

Morven Design & Build

Joined March 2017

Morven Design & Build offer a complete in house service, from initial concept plans right through to handover. We strive to produce high quality workmanship and design homes that are affordable, efficient and don't cost the earth by using locally sourced and sustainable products. We are a small company so from day one you will be dealing with the directors for a friendly and trusting environment...

Calder interior plastering ltd

Joined October 2016

We are a gib fixing and stopping company with plenty of experience dealing with little renos right through to big commercial and high end housing. We provide a service which is very efficient and professional and at very competitive rates so Give me a call and I can sort what ever job you need done. Also have architect and builders available if needed. Cheers Hayden Calder Cell ...

Mitchell and Milmine Construction

Joined September 2017

Mitchell + Milmine Construction is a small family owned residential building company focused on building quality. We are team players and are committed to working within our community with other locals alike. We are passionate about modern architecture, and believe each home tells a different story, this makes us the perfect partners on your next building adventure. We offer a transparent...

Home Renovation Specialists

Joined May 2020

Our team provides high quality, yet affordable renovations that can be customised to suit your needs. We can help you modify and create a seamless space whatever it may be; Bathroom, Kitchen .. Get in touch with us today !

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...

Ovoss Builders

Joined May 2008

Hi, Ovoss Builders is a well established small business in Dunedin. We have more than 20 years of building experience and have a vast range of knowledge in the residential and commercial industry. We have an excellent and reliable support system, electricians, plumbers etc. and pride ourselves on innovative solutions and tidy workmanship. We are up to date with the latest techniques, materials and...

BIG Time Contractors LTD

Joined November 2019

We're a locally owned and operated Building and Construction Company serving up quality results in and around Central Otago! LBP and NZCB member, 10+ years in the industry. Don't hesitate to call Brook for a friendly no obligation chat about your next project. "BIG Time Contractors - Tradesman you can rely on"

Paul Reed Homes

Joined March 2020

Specializing in custom solutions including designing and building. Significant and real experience in major period architecture renovations and new homes through to modern contemporary buildings. Remote and challenging projects welcome. I work in sync with my clients for the best outcome for those clients. Let me understand how I can help over a coffee.

DS Built ltd

Joined October 2014

Hi I have 14 years experience in the residential construction industry both here in NZ and a stint in the UK. We specialize in new architectural builds, but also do smaller jobs; renovations and extensions, bathrooms, retaining walls, custom decks and outdoor areas. We are very professional and pride ourselves on working hard to meet deadlines and budgets.

John rawlinson

Joined February 2016

I am a trade qualified builder with extensive experience in all aspects of residential building, from small maintenance tasks right up to complete new builds and everything in between. I offer very competitive rates as I work for myself and my overheads are minimum. Fast, friendly and honest service is what I aim to achieve along with top quality workmanship.

Built up contracting LTD

Joined June 2020

Hi, we are a small company who strive for perfection. We have a diverse team who have dealt with a majority of renovation projects around the country. Numerous house foundation repairs and house re leveling, our team also deal with restoration projects. We pride in keeping jobs to the time frame. Whether it's one pile or twenty piles needing replaced, even that old fence replaced or a new deck to...

Buildflex Solutions

Joined March 2016

Sitewise Registered Sitesafe passport in Construction and Civil *15+ Years Qualified builder Truck Drivers,Machine Operators full licenced *Certified builder of K3T walling (System) and LBP *First Aid Certificate - Valid *Contruction Certified - On Site *Total Quality Management Certificate *Diploma in Small business Management *Full company Insurance - liability - Tool...

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. ...

AMK Engineers Limited

Joined August 2020

Hi, We have been helping with the Canterbury earthquake recovery for the last 8 years, both in the geotechnical and structural fields. I am a qualified Chartered Professional Engineer, specialised in both new builds, renovation, ground testing, new foundations for TC3, TC2, and TC1 as well as assessment and repair of existing residential and commercial structures. Detailed seismic assessment and...

McA masonry ltd

Joined August 2015

Hi My name is Johnny Mcauley. I work with all things masonry including tiling/waterproofing of bathrooms, exterior block work and brick work, paving paths, steps and driveways, concrete plastering and any small concrete job.I'm also trained and experienced in crack injection and the repair strategy of ring foundation and tilt panel slabs. I have 15 years experience in working with these material...

SoBeer Structural and Fire

Joined May 2020

With over 15 years of experience, I am a Chartered Structural Engineer (CPEng ... ) based in Christchurch but has undertaken projects all around the country. I am also an Engineering New Zealand Practice Area Assessor for Structural Engineers and a Auckland City Council Producer Statement Author (PSA#... ). I have a broad experience in structural design, seismic assessment, repair and strength...

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 ... ...

Flint Construction

Joined March 2015

Small family owned building company, servicing the South island. Run by an experienced Licensed Building Practitioner. Providing tailor made building solutions for your budget and needs. We can complete your renomb bvation, new build or light commercial project. No job is too small for us, we can be building a new house or replacing pickets on a fence, our professional attitude remains. Happy to...

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