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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

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

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

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

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]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 r

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

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

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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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New Garage

Posted 2 years ago

Drafts person to draw plans for a new garage using poles as structure.

Garages and Carports Riverton, Southland

Neeley's house extension

Posted 2 years ago

Extending our two story house to add an internal access single garage (18 square meters) with an ensuite bathroom & walk in robe above it on the first floor.

Home Extensions Winton, Southland

New kitchen ceiling

Posted 1 year ago

I'm about to have a new kitchen installed in the new year. The existing ceiling needs replaced. The space is approx 10m2.

General Building Riverton, Southland

PLEASE Build my house in Te Anau

Posted 3 years ago

I would like a builder in Te Anau to build a Latitude kitset house (Anchorage) as a labour only fixed price contract, I have a flat section in TheDelta subdivision If you could start building in Dec/jan negotiable, I will be in Te Anau on 26th/27th july if you wanted to meet to go over the process ,

New Homes Te Anau, Southland

House extension

Posted 3 years ago

Add double garage to our house, rebuild verandah and rebuild end of building following a fire.

Home Extensions Tuatapere, Southland

Builder wanted?

Posted 1 year ago

We required a qualified rupuatable builder who is experienced in home renovation. Remodel of exsisting 1950s original kitchen dining area with removal of structural wall, re-line ceiling and walls and create bulk head over kitchen.

General Building Winton, Southland

House additions

Posted 8 months ago

small extension to existing lounge, An add-on bedroom. Attached carport. 2 small verandahs. All consents in place ready to go. Needed done before winter 2019. Budget constraints

Home Extensions Woodlands, Southland

Squeeze in Garage 2

Posted 3 years ago

We woud like to have double garage and bike port next it in tiny area corner of house. The space of side of house is 6.7m and the back is 6m. We have to have 200mm minimum space between to neighbor using fire wall. Our Spout or Gutter are about 500mm. I don't mind the garage stickking out little bit about same line as an entrance pole and using footpass between pole and door for bike. In that case, don't need any gap between garage and pole and using same brick is the best. Do you have gr...

General Building Te Anau, Southland

Main suite

Posted 3 years ago

We won a Speights shed 6 months ago and have been unable to put it up due to weather a time that suits all and just been too busy. It came as a complete package 10 by 10 I think. I'm now getting concerned that it may get weather damaged if it doesn't go up soon.

General Building Riverton, Southland

Installation of cavity sliders (x2)

Posted 1 year ago

House built in 1960 - wooden weatherboards replaced with Marley Palliside cladding. I am looking to install 2 cavity slider doors in lounge, 1 of which may be impacted by existing disused brick chimney which has been demolished to roof level (new roofing since installed). The walls affected will need to be rewallpapered. Builder to apply for permits/consents and arrange for any electrical work to be undertaken.

General Building Winton, Southland

Stage 1 of new house

Posted 2 years ago

Stage 1 of small bespoke house near Orepuki. Want to start build ASAP.

New Homes Orepuki, Southland

Squeeze in Garage

Posted 3 years ago

General Building Te Anau, Southland

New House in Winton

Posted 3 years ago

We have a good sized section in Winton that we want to build a new house on, no plans have been drawn up so keen to find someone to help us with this. We would ideally like 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 garages (2 cars and a boat), open plan living area and outdoor entertaining area.

New Homes Winton, Southland

Home extension + new garage

Posted 1 year ago

We would like the existing garage/car port removed and replaced with a new garage that has a bedroom(s)/bathroom built above it. We would also like the back section of the garage to have a laundry and dining area which will then extend through into the existing home.

Home Extensions Te Anau, Southland

Container home

Posted 2 years ago

Have plans for a container home. 4x40foot containers in L shape. Section is actually in Fortrose, 10 mins from Tokanui, 30 mins from invercargill

New Homes Tokanui, Southland

Dome home / Earth Ship

Posted 7 months ago

We are a young family of four looking to build an eco home on our property on Stewart Island. We have some solid ideas of what we would like to do but are just looking for the right person to help us to put those ideas to paper. We would love to hear from you if it this sounds like a journey that you would like to undergo with us. :)

New Homes Stewart Island, Southland

Colac bay pole house

Posted 2 years ago

I have purchased a property with a couple of hundred blue gums. A lot of them are straight and potentially could be used to build a pole house type structure. Is blue gum suitable and is there a drying process from when they're cut down to when they could be used?

General Building Colac Bay, Southland

Tradesman for Garage to be built

Posted 2 years ago

We have a house that has been transported and is requiring a garage put on before the winter. The location is apx 25km east from Invercargill. Plans have been done and consent given. We just require the work done well and in a timely manner.

Garages and Carports Woodlands, Southland

New Farm cottage

Posted 4 years ago

Labour only carpentry price for new farm cottage 118 sq mtrs 3 bedrooms and single garage. Timber piles, timber floor, timber framing and timber weather boards, aluminium joinery, colour steel roof. Must be Licensed.

New Homes Winton, Southland

Theo Thompson

Posted 2 years ago

Internal, load bearing wall that I would like to take down. Looking for someone to fit some form of alternative support so the roof doesn't come down.

General Building Te Anau, Southland

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Blackwood Building

Joined November 2015

Qualified Builder licenced building practitioner. Specialise in residential and commercial builds. Also do renovations across Southland and Otago. Currently based in Queenstown. We also do painting and decorating. Blackwood Building is also proud to be a member of the Master Builders Association.

Bang Bang Building Ltd

Joined July 2013

We are a established business trading for 6.5 years in Invercargill, we have two qualified builders with a combined 42 years of industry experience. I am sure that we can sort any of your building problems.

Shane's Drainage Limited

Joined October 2016

Hello,Drain layers in the Dunedin area for the past 10 years,Specializing in all areas of drainage.Hard working,professional,free competitive quotes.

BlackS Building Limited

Joined February 2017

As licensed building practioners and a member of Registered Master Builders Association. We can build to your needs, whether it be a new home, renovate kitchens, bathrooms, build a new deck or fence. We are professionals who get the job done on time, and to the highest standards.

Woodside Construction LTD

Joined July 2019

Hi, Woodside Construction is a small family company. We pride ourselves in our quality of work and dedication to achieve the ideals set out by the client. We specialise in small to medium renovations but we also have a lot of experience in new builds, alterations, light commercial, maintenance, landscaping etc. We strive to to provide detailed quotes and to be prompt and responsive to clie...

Scott Sisson Builder Ltd

Joined February 2016

BUILDING I am a Licensed Builder with nearly 30 years experience in the building trade. I'm available for full contract or labour only contract for a new house build or renovations with a small team available. I work to high standards of workmanship and finish. FIRE INSTALLATIONS I offer a total fire installation service including a free on-site consultation, and will prepare an obligation fr...

BMD Construction

Joined January 2019

Welcome to BMD Construction. With over 50 years combined building experience we can take care of your project, from design right through to completion. We are experienced in everything from multi storey apartment complex's right through to complete shop and bar fitouts with dozens of big brand fitouts all over New Zealand to our credit. Our experience also extends to new builds and nevova...

Harper Architecture

Joined July 2015

We are a small architectural design firm specialising in residential design to enhance your daily living. We design new homes and alterations to existing homes. We aim to: Listen: Work closely with clients to bring your ideas to fruition. Guide: We will step you through the design and consent process making it as seamless as possible. Communicate: We will keep in close contact throughout th...

Dion Bates Building Ltd

Joined April 2015

Qualified, licenced, registered master builder based in Invercargill servicing Southland, Southern Lakes and Central Otago areas. We specialise in new homes and renovations. We pride ourselves on our workmanship, service and completing jobs on time and on budget.

Jim and Sons Limited

Joined August 2012

We are a very freindly,company,passionate about getting it right for the customer. We have been in the building industry for over 30 years,covering alterations/addition,s through to new homes. We can manage a project ,if required. Maintance is also a big part of our buisness. Please check the website for area,s covered and services provided. Look forward to hearing from potential new cli...

LDH CONTRACTING

Joined October 2017

We have Contractors based in every major city throughout New Zealand operating under Labour-Day-Hire Contracting. Our business is to provide Expert Project Management offering Competitive Wholesale Pricing, but if preferable, we also cover General Labour Only. We cater to all forms of Home Renovations, Landscaping and General Construction. Enquire now to discuss your requirements.

J & L Building

Joined December 2015

Hi, as a Qualified builder I have experience in both new builds, renovations, also I have worked in Christchurch as a decking specialist. Growing up on a farm has taught me to work hard, good work ethics and the ability to push through to get the Job done. I promise to be Honest, reliable and present fair quotes.

shane mccormack building ltd

Joined June 2014

Hi, i have been building both commercial and housing for the last 18 years. I have been trading in Invercargill for the last year and have worked mainly on house renovations. reroofs, installing kitset garages, i am very professional and take pride in my work making sure i meet deadlines for project completion. I pride myself on providing competitive quotes and then completing jobs on a budget. N...

Bullot Contracting

Joined July 2013

We specialise in all aspects of fencing and building. With 19 years experience no job is to big or to small. Please call me today to discuss your next project. I have photos available of previous work that has been completed and I'm sure you will be impressed.

Rutledge plumbing

Joined March 2014

Laser Plumbing Invercargill Rutledge Plumbing Ltd T/A Laser Plumbing Invercargill established in 2004, you can be sure of complete satisfaction in all work completed with prompt, friendly service and quality workmanship. When you require an experienced Plumber in Invercargill and the surrounding Southland region be sure to call Jason and his team! Laser Plumbing Invercargill offer a wide range...

Ryan Kincaid building limited

Joined June 2012

Hi , im a qualified carpenter who can start immediately while i specialise in renovations and new builds i also do smaller jobs . I will finish jobs on time and to a very high standard, i have references and job photos i can provide.

Catlins Coast Building Ltd

Joined February 2019

Hi there We are a Building company covering Southland/Catlins/Otago Very professional and prompt contact Very fussy and neat and tidy quality work High end architectural background and also taking on all the small jobs Let us see how we can assist you ?

George Mallory Builders Limited

Joined February 2007

Hi - We've been building new houses and renovating old ones for the last 15 years. We've been in Christchurch for the last 10 years and have worked on jobs around the city as well as in regional parts of Canterbury. While we specialise in major renovations and new builds we also do smaller jobs from time to time - check out the photos below. We are very professional and work hard to meet deadlines...

Northbound Construction

Joined January 2018

At Northbound Construction we have a dedicated renovation and maintenance division we have over 30 qualified tradesmen throughout Southland and Central Otago, we are able to provide a professional service from quote to completion.

All Round Trade & Maintenance Ltd

Joined January 2018

Hi. With 15 years experience in the Trade and construction industry All Round Trade & Maintenance is well equipped to take care of the the projects you want done. From home repairs to home improvement through to a full blown land makeover, we are sure to be able to help you. We are Professional and Precise and always aim to meet our project estimate prices.

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