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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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Posted 1 month ago

construction 3 double story frames , contact me for copy of plans

Complete House Frames Timaru, Timaru

Pull down shed and create a parking area for 4 cars

Posted 1 year ago

1. Pull down shed. 2. Prepare ground are for seal or concrete for 5 car parks 3. Seal or concrete ares

General Building Timaru, Timaru

Building a sleepout

Posted 2 months ago

Hello, I am looking for a builder to provide the labour only for a number of portable sleepout units. We will source the materials. Aiming to get this start as soon as lockdown ends. The design is framing using NZ3604 and is clad in cedar and coloursteel - to be built in timaru

General Building Timaru, Timaru

Filling in part of outdoor bbq area

Posted 4 months ago

Needing a wall which includes a box garden with a very small extension of roof wall is about 2.7 high by 3 .6 long No need to remove old stuff

Home Extensions Timaru, Timaru

Fence

Posted 11 months ago

Fence broken and gate needs re hanging. I would like it fixed as soon as possible.

General Building Timaru, Timaru

12x 6 garage with sleepout

Posted 1 month ago

Looking for quotes for a 12x6 garage with sleepout including bathroom.

Garages and Carports Timaru, Timaru

Fix up

Posted 7 months ago

fix up a very small deck and fix/tidy up fence so its square, offer advice on what we can do.

General Building Timaru, Timaru

Inatalling beams for house

Posted 2 weeks ago

Hello, just after a lienced builder to install 3 beams in my house for me. Looking to be getting it done really soon. Currently renovating whole house so if you do a good job on the beams the rest of the house is yours. Cheers

Complete House Frames Pleasant Point, Timaru

New living area

Posted 1 year ago

House early 1900’s. We need to extend the living area, improve the kitchen, but leave the plumbing intact. Possibly put an en-suite in.

Home Extensions Geraldine, Timaru

Putting up 4 car garaging

Posted 3 months ago

We need to put up a 4 bay pole shed with garage doors. We have the plans and everything ordered, this is a start to finish job

Garages and Carports Pareora, Timaru

Installing timber beam

Posted 4 months ago

Needing a timber beam installed. It is load bearing wall, length of beam needed is just under 4m after lienced builder. Will have gib removed needing done asap

Complete House Frames Pleasant Point, Timaru

Laundry / toilet

Posted 1 month ago

My laundry/ toilet is outside I would love to get it made more winter friendly with flooring etc

General Building Timaru, Timaru

53 McKenzie St, Geraldine.

Posted 3 months ago

We have brought a house in Geraldine and want to build an internal access double garage, kitchen and laundry, with two bedrooms and a bathroom on top

Home Extensions Geraldine, Timaru

House extension

Posted 4 months ago

Approximately 85 sqm addition to a 95 year old 110 sqm bungalow. Plans have been drawn up by a draughtsman to a high standard. Time frame - this year 2020.

Complete House Frames Temuka, Timaru

Wall

Posted 4 months ago

Have a wall 700wide with double chimney.looking to either remove chimney and build storage in wall or remove wall.this is a main support for the roof.

General Building Geraldine, Timaru

Repair floor

Posted 5 months ago

To repair a wooden floor and ceiling

General Building Timaru, Timaru

Lining concrete room

Posted 1 year ago

Want a concrete room down stairs battened up, insulated and lined with plywood.

General Building Timaru, Timaru

Kitchen/den

Posted 5 months ago

I have a den with kitchen adjoining laundry. Remove two stud walls, one of which may be load bearing. Possibly relocate back door access. Possibly enlarge two windows. Create new dining area. New kitchen layout with island. Snug area around existing fire. Possible one, if not two velux skylights. Any input, help appreciated!

General Building Geraldine, Timaru

Replace pallet racking frame

Posted 1 year ago

our client has a damaged pallet racking end frame that needs swapping out with a new one that is on site. you would need to undo the old floor fixings, un-clip the beams, take the old frame out, place the new frame, re-clip the beams, drill two new holes in the concrete and supply and install 2 x 12x75mm dyna bolts or screwbolts. I reckon 2 hour onsite would cover it plus a scissor lift 1/2 day to be safe. there are also 4 other dyna bolts required.

General Building Timaru, Timaru

Adding a dining room to the house

Posted 7 months ago

Hi, we just purchased an old house and we need to build a dining room attached to the house. I can create a design but I need someone to let me know if it's possible, how much will cost and how much time it will need. In the photos you can see that the previous owner already add the new bathroom, so we like to continue and add a dining room.

Home Extensions Timaru, Timaru

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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.

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...

Limitless Property Services

Joined December 2019

**Covid 19 update** As per govt level 3 lockdown instructions, I will be able to resume working providing I stick to strict Health and Safety rules. I am more than happy to work in with you for contactless services. My name is Dan and I am a local from Christchurch. I am currently living in the Selwyn area where I have just built a house. I am a qualified LBP licensed builder with 13...

Knuddy homes limited

Joined May 2020

Hi My names Ben I’m the owner of knuddy homes We are a small team oh high end carpenters that take pride the our work, and would like to help with your needs

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...

ko plumb ltd

Joined April 2012

OK Plumb ltd menu # Plumbing # Drainlaying # Waterblasting # Roof leak repairs/replace iron coloursteel. # Spouting leak repaires/replace # Log burner installs # New house plumbing/drainlaying

ground 'n' pound building services

Joined March 2018

I'm an NZ qualified carpenter with 12 years experience in the trade, specializing in new homes, renovations, alterations, flooring, fences and am a licensed building practitioner

Andrew Blogg Building

Joined January 2017

Working in residential and commercial construction for 10 years, I have an eye for detail and take pride in producing quality construction to a high standard. In particular, I am experienced in additions, renovations and repairs to older style houses in keeping with the original construction. I can also coordinate design and council documentation for your project.

SoBeer Structural and Fire

Joined May 2020

With over 15 years of experience, I am a Chartered Structural Engineer (CPEng 239682) 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#123432). I have a broad experience in structural design, seismic assessment, repair and stre...

Unique Built

Joined November 2019

For quality workmanship look no further. At Unique Built we cover a range of work from your everyday handyman jobs right up to newly built homes and everything in between.

Shane's Drainage Limited

Joined October 2016

Hello, Certified drain layers in the Dunedin area for the past 15 years,Specializing in all areas of drainage. Hard working,professional,free competitive quotes.

dmjbuildersltd

Joined August 2019

Hi, i've been building new houses an renoating old ones for the last 10 years. Also do smaller jobs. I pride myself on providing a competitive quote an doing a job to the client satisfaction

Natural construction

Joined January 2018

Hello there, glad you have taken the time to read our information, We specialise in renovations, decks, pergolas, new builds, and of course no job is to small, We believe its the little things that count. My team are professional, qualified builders who love what they do, not to mention we are Certified and Master Builders and licensed building practitioners, for your peace of mind But most...

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

Stark Builders

Joined March 2020

Gidday team Chch owned and operated building team consisting two honest builders, we specialise in: Renovations/Extensions Decks Building inspection reports New builds Maintenance We will work with you to ensure that the job is brought in on time and within budget We look foward to hearing from you

Insulation Concepts NZ Ltd

Joined August 2015

We specialise in supplying and fitting Insulation to your Existing Home (Retrofit), New Builds & Commercial Buildings. Contact us now for a free competitive quote. Or check us out at https://www.facebook.com/InsulationConceptsNz/ OR http://www.insulationconcepts.co.nz/

GRAB HIRE also trading as GCM BUILDING SERVICES

Joined March 2013

Hi my name ia Gary I'm a fully qualified carpenter , I'm 43 and started in construction when I was 16 . I am not limited to carpentry , I also Own excavators and tipper trucks . I have a very broad spectrum of work which can be concrete driveways , decking , kitchens , bathrooms , demolition work aswell as building work I take pride in all the work I do and my company moto is "My aim is your...

Carl Taylor Builders

Joined July 2019

Carl Taylor Homes has been trading since 1999 and we are members of the CBS ( Combined Building Suppliers Co -Operative ). Carl Taylor Homes has developed a reputation in Christchurch and the Canterbury region as builders of quality homes, specialising in the construction of semi-commercial and residential buildings, architectural design and construction, project management and building mainten...

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...

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. https://www.corecivil.co.nz/

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...

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