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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

Women in Trade - Pocket Rocket Building, Rotorua

Posted 14/03/19

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Ceiling hairline crack, check not structural damage

Posted 1 week ago

Needing Licensed Building Tradesman to check hairline crack ceiling near heat vent for Structural damage post building inspection report. Area not sagging or soft, on joist just a hairline crack.

General Building Rolleston, Selwyn

Shower installation

Posted 4 months ago

Bathroom renovation. Shower liner and tray to be installed, Older house so walls need to be levelled in bathroom Bathroom door hung,

General Building Charing Cross, Selwyn

NEW HOME TO BUILD

Posted 1 month ago

Hi We have a 185m2 home that will be available to commence construction in 3 weeks. We offer a good square metre rate with additional payment for some exterior cladding to complete

New Homes Rolleston, Selwyn

Builder for new home

Posted 4 months ago

I have purchased a 650sqm section at Rolleston, now is under the design and building content stage. I am looking for an experienced LBP builder who are member of RMBA as well and available around October to start build the house for me. In addition, I was work as a project assistant of a Structure Engineer before, have worked with different sub-contractors. I want to learn how to be a construction residential project manager on site. So I would like to go labour only to build this house. Althou...

New Homes Rolleston, Selwyn

Fencing and decking

Posted 2 months ago

Hi there, I am looking for quotations for fencing around 30 Meter straight, Standard 1.8 M high Needs to be done in last week or first week of October. And Decking quotaion for around 36 Sqm Thanks

General Building Rolleston, Selwyn

Odds and Ends

Posted 2 months ago

- Weatherboard replacement (we have an old villa) ready for painting (only a few boards) - Floor replacement (shower has leaked) and new shower install in bathroom - Building lofts/mezzanines in three bedrooms (we have 12ft ceilings) - Built in bookshelves

General Building Leeston, Selwyn

Urgent - dog kennel or shed

Posted 2 months ago

Kennel for large dog 1.7m long, 1.4m wide in the front, 1.4m high. You'll need to supply materials (can be scrap wood etc) We don't mind what it's made of as long as it keeps him dry. We can paint it with waterproofing ourselves etc later.

General Building Rolleston, Selwyn

Fort roof

Posted 2 months ago

Looking for a timber roof to be built on kids fort. Photo 1 is fort we have removed old tarpaulin. Photo 2 is what we are wanting but would love the roof with more detail in photo 3 depending on cost involved

General Building Rolleston, Selwyn

Sleepout

Posted 2 months ago

2.7x4 Corrugated cladding (open to small adjustments in size to maximise economy of scale) Mono pitch roof with soffit 1.8w x 2h ranchslider, single or double glazing depending on price point Window 1.2-1.4w x .4-.6h Insulation roof, wall, floor Skids Caravan outlet plug 2 internal light 1 external bulk light 2-3 powerpoints Must have ECOC and signed off as built to code Deck Priced separately

General Building Kirwee, Selwyn

New house

Posted 1 month ago

Hi we are looking for tradies to complete, Ceiling Batons both timber and rondo ,help with Fixing external monotek Cladding . This is a high end build and attention to detail is a must. I Would expect a team of three builders to do the work required within a three week window. All Materials will be supplied.

General Building Dunsandel, Selwyn

Line ceiling

Posted 4 months ago

our lounge in our cottage in Arthur's Pass needs to be battended. We had a burst pipe in the roof space that leaked through the old lathe and plaster. Rather than pull down the old one we would like it battened with gib on top. It will need plastered as well. I can't attache the dimensions but can email them if you would like to contact me.

General Building Arthurs Pass, Selwyn

Garden shed

Posted 2 months ago

I need a garden shed built start to finish including foundations in Rolleston

Garages and Carports Rolleston, Selwyn

House extension (cedar)

Posted 1 month ago

One guest bedroom + en-suite extension. Cedar wood cube style with a glass linkway. Original house 110 yo cottage in rural setting.

Home Extensions Springston, Selwyn

Replace and paint skirting

Posted 2 months ago

Hi just needing about 5 metres of old skirting ( has Lino going up the sides ) removed and replaced as well as painted..

General Building Springston, Selwyn

Builder wanted for new 370m2 build.

Posted 5 months ago

Looking for a qualified builder to complete new 370m2 build. Looking for labour only and we will supply everything.

Complete House Frames Lincoln, Selwyn

New build shed plumbing and drainage

Posted 3 months ago

Plumbing and drainage for one wall bathroom in new build shed including pre placement of necessary pipes before slab pour and then plumbing for a bathroom, including shower toilet and basin and hot water cylinder and connection of drains to septic drain 1 mtr from slab. Just about to head to consent, pour maybe within two months completion around Xmas. Water supply is also a meter from slab.

General Building Rolleston, Selwyn

Put wire on piles and fix cladding

Posted 1 month ago

A small number of piles under my house have not been wired to the joists. (Must've been that way for many years!) There is also a small crack in cladding by a window.(Hardieplank or something like that). Confined space under house, but affected piles are close to the access point. Timeframe; house is under offer and possession date is Friday 9th, but that will probably fall through! But would be good to get done ASAP so that future building inspections don't keep coming up with the same issue.

General Building Kirwee, Selwyn

Floor repair under shower - water damage

Posted 2 months ago

Corner shower has been leaking for some time. Have pulled shower out and particle board flooring is toast. Looks confined to ... from top, but visible tracking underneath suggests approx ... needs replacing. Floor extends under both adjacent walls and baseplate has water stain 1000mm each way, unsure of soundness. Framed walls are both external. Joists appear ok as viewed from underneath. Scope of job is floor and framing repair only, i.e. no gib.

General Building West Melton, Selwyn

Raptor st

Posted 2 months ago

Extension out of the kitchen with gable end

Home Extensions Rolleston, Selwyn

Help with hanging shelves and other bits and pieces

Posted 4 months ago

I have some bedside shelves I’d love some help installing properly, as well as a kids indoor swing in our living room. Already have the hardware to hang both, just need someone to come and do it :)

General Building Lincoln, Selwyn

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Louise's folly

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Timber fencing to be installed

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put wire on piles and fix cladding

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Frame and drywall internal walls, install door and ceiling

28th April 2020

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Dog run needs dog proofing - urgent

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Garage Entry Hatch

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13th July 2019

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Install floor (plus underfloor insulation) and repair joist

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Urgent - dog kennel or shed

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Consented Cabin

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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.

Cadmy Builders LTD

Joined August 2011

We've Build in New Zealand since 2004 and other 15 years over seas.. I'm member of Certified Builders association and License Builder Practitioner, We are a small team of two ready to take over any jobs big or small. Alterations, Renovations, Extensions, New Build, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Decks, Pergolas, etc... We have good recommendations at competitive price with a high standard quality. We c...

SS The Builder & Property Maintenance

Joined June 2017

SS The Builder & Property Maintenance was born out of frustration whilst trying to solve the same problems on construction sites time and time again. After working with a crazy amount of construction companies I`m ready to change the dinosaur ways of the industry. I want to feel proud of the industry I love whilst constantly shaking things up at the same time. I want to bring modern technologie...

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...

Kumanu

Joined June 2020

KUMANU: means "to care for, nurture, or cherish" The owner has over forty years of experience and can nurture your ideas and dreams so that you may cherish the outcome. From a new door to a new house. Builders of the First house in New Zealand to score 10 on the Home star rating.

AB Building Solutions Ltd

Joined February 2020

Hi, we have been building new homes, renovating, and repairing old homes for the last 15 years. We can accommodate small and large jobs. As licensed builders we are professional and carry out work to a high standard. We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and then completing jobs on time and on budget.

H D Cambridge ltd

Joined February 2018

Hi,we are a small local building team specialising in new builds,renovations and small landscaping jobs i.e. decks and fencing. We pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of work and completing jobs on budget

Rainbowscapes

Joined March 2017

HI, Rainbowscapes is a garden maintenance, landscaping and general handyman company based in North Canterbury. We have lived and worked in the area of 12 years, building up a comprehensive and well rounded knowledge of gardens in the area. Hard or Soft Landscaping is no problem! We specialize in creating and maintaining you a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy and relax in. In addition we have a w...

Abacus Building Maintenance

Joined October 2014

hi i am a licensed building practioner tradesman carpenter main line of work is building maintenance of all types,i do a lot of bathroom renovations supply and install working with only registered tradesman all types of work undertaken

Think Construction Ltd.

Joined March 2010

Company Profile: We are a building company specialising in residential projects from small alterations to new house builds. We work with the client from the design concept through to the completion of your project (or anywhere in between). We work closely with designers (yours or ours), to ensure continuity and confidence in your build, from concept to completion. Personal Profile: Direct...

Murrell Contracting

Joined January 2014

A Team of Qualified Tradesmen inc a Registered Builder and a Drain layer we are based in Christchurch a We offer Excellent rates and Prompt service on Odd Jobs New builds Repair work

Wilson Built Homes LTD

Joined February 2018

Hey there. We have many years of experience through the residential and commercial sectors in Canterbury now. We specialise in new builds, reno's, fences, decks, concrete works, general handyman work and so much more. We work and operate Wilson Built Homes with a lot of passion to ensure the clients dreams, ideas and needs are met. We handle every piece of material personally ensuring quality...

Robertson Built

Joined March 2018

We are a small company looking to make a big impact in our region. We are committed to providing a great service at a the best possible price. Contact us today for more information, we are always looking for our next challenge.

Fridd Construction

Joined November 2020

Fridd Construction prides itself on building quality homes, farm builds and renovations. Richard the owner has been building for near 20 years. You can rely on Richards expertise, honesty, efficiency and quality with every aspect of your build.

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...

JOAT property services

Joined November 2017

Hi, my company is composed of young fit D.I.Y thinking men who aren't afraid of getting stuck in and getting jobs done efficiently to a high standard for a reasonable price. With three and a half years of experience in the building industry and 5 years of garden care experience we can surely tackle the toughest of jobs. We offer free quotes so feel free to get in touch.

Able 2

Joined October 2008

Painting, Plastering, Tiling, Construction of Fences and Decks, Bathroom and Kitchen Renovation and Installation, Wood Burner Installation, Project management.

Tusa Building

Joined March 2018

Hi there, we are a qualified builder LBP with 10+ years of experience in all types of construction. Renovations, new house builds, decks and general repair works. We offer a friendly service, we turn up when we say we will and we pride ourselves in quality workmanship.

Clayton milne

Joined November 2018

Qualified and licensed builder with the experience and knowledge to take on projects of any size and complexity, specialized in , architecturally designed hillside homes/buildings renovations and additions I have great experience in all aspects of residential construction and strive to keep standards to a very high standard. New homes Decks , fencing and hard landscping kitchen...

Dreamwood Builders Ltd

Joined May 2020

Hi my name is Craig I have 25 years experience in the building industry I am skilled in all aspects of residential building including new houses and smaller jobs decks bathroom renovations to name a couple So try me for a competitive price Thanks

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. ...

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