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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

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

Creating Successful Indoor Outdoor Flow in Older Homes

Posted 05/01/17

Great indoor/outdoor flow is high on the must have list for many homeowners. But achieving this this can be a challenge in older homes... Summer weather just makes us want to head outdoors. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done for many homeowners with older homes. Older properties

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

Decorating a Child's Bedroom? Here's Some Great Tips!

Posted 28/03/17

Decorating your child's bedroom can be an enjoyable, yet challenging task. We share some tips on how to get the best out of decorating this room... Remember to consider your child’s special interests and personality when planning the bedroom decor. Attention to detail helps make the bedro

Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

With so many tradespeople belonging to different accreditation organisations, how do you know which one to trust ? We take a closer look... Tradespeople Accreditations There are 10 common tradespeople accreditation to be aware of. Each one is not equal, yet they are work towards bettering

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

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

Choosing Between Another Storey or Adding a House Extension

Posted 16/03/17

Extending your house or adding another storey can give you the much needed space a growing family needs. We look at the advantages and disadvantages of these two renovation options... How to choose between another storey or a house extension Depending on the size of your backyard, you can

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

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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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Coverting Garage to Office space

Posted 3 months ago

Looking at some pricing around converting a garage space to a office. Stand alone garage, will need power too

Garages and Carports Cambridge, Waipa

Villa repair work Cambridge

Posted 1 month ago

Repairs to villa weatherboards, roof line rafters and wet room gib. Quick turnaround if possible Contact for more details

General Building Cambridge, Waipa

Renovation building jobs

Posted 10 months ago

Moving a wall and turning the conservatory in to part of the house

General Building Te Awamutu, Waipa

House addition

Posted 9 months ago

To complete house addition we’re trusses meet existing roof. New addition is already on piles and frames up

Home Extensions Te Awamutu, Waipa

Wall Advice

Posted 8 months ago

We need to know if we can knock down an internal wall - i.e. is it load bearing or not? Should be a very quick job - Just advice on state of the wall - no actual removal The wall framing is already exposed (gib removed on one side), easy access under the house and around the top of the wall (ceiling gib is removed too) Ideally need this done either Monday or Tuesday - There is time pressure

General Building Cambridge, Waipa

Dbl garage relocation

Posted 9 months ago

Hi there, we have found a second-hand double garage we would like to buy. If we go ahead, it needs to be taken down first and put up at our place. Both properties are easily accessed. We need to concrete prior to erecting the garage at our place. Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks :)

Garages and Carports Cambridge, Waipa

Small porch area

Posted 9 months ago

Hi, We are looking to add a small porch to the front of our home. It needs to have a space that is wide enough to be able to fit a couch/fridge through. We are open to ideas so long as it gives us a place to take off our shoes and escape the weather before walking through the main door. We do have some other small jobs available if interested .

General Building Leamington, Waipa

Shop entrance repair

Posted 9 months ago

A concrete ramp leads up to a small wooden landing at the rear of a shop. The wooden landing has sunk slightly and we require it to be extended and leveled up.

General Building Cambridge, Waipa

Need a bench top planed down to fit an old wall

Posted 5 months ago

New bench top won’t fit on one wall in our scullery, to afraid to try myself. Willing to give someone a box of beers to help me out. Quentin ...

General Building Leamington, Waipa

Internal Doors and Hole in Gib

Posted 5 months ago

We have two internal doors that need to be replaced and painted and holes in Gib from shebox size down to fist size which need backblocked repair and repaint of whole wall up to 4m.

General Building Te Awamutu, Waipa

Garage 1.0

Posted 7 months ago

New garage needed. Old garage needs removing/destroying and new bigger one built. Current one only has a dirt floor and too small to fit car inside.

Garages and Carports Cambridge, Waipa

New house extension

Posted 10 months ago

New extension of 122.8m2 to an existing dwelling of 46m2. Two verandahs to be added Of 27m2 each. One covered patio of 32m2 . One stand alone garage of 54m2. I will supply my own plumber, electrician, roofer. We have plans drawn up and wating on Building consent.

New Homes Cambridge, Waipa

Removal of Load bearing wall

Posted 8 months ago

removal of a load bearing wall

General Building Ohaupo, Waipa

Inside celling job

Posted 7 months ago

We require a qualified builder who is experienced. It involves the insulation and put up celling board etc inside of an outside studio. We would like quotes too please

General Building Cambridge, Waipa

New Double Garage

Posted 4 months ago

We would like a new double garage built at our place in Cambridge. It is a flat piece of land. We don't have any plans drawn up so we're looking for a builder who will have existing plans for a basic double garage 6x6 or 6x7. A cinder block or other brick construction would be great. Cheers

Garages and Carports Cambridge, Waipa

Extending back of house

Posted 4 months ago

I have a 3 bedroom home and would like to extend the back out onto the existing deck and a further 1 meter out to add an extra bedroom and new kitchen dining area. house is a 1960 weather board / fiberlight constuction already have plans and specs plus council permit been approved. looking for a licensed builder. who can build to lock up stage i will supply the materials needed.

Home Extensions Te Awamutu, Waipa

Cavity slider

Posted 1 week ago

Cut area out of bedroom walls to install two single cavity sliders for single wardrobe doors. Re-gib wall. (the wardrobes currently have external sliding doors)

General Building Te Awamutu, Waipa

Small renovations

Posted 4 months ago

Hi there, I am reaching out to a couple of builders looking for quotes. My family are going to be selling our property in Cambridge and are considering getting a couple of jobs done prior to putting on the market. We are looking at changing an old glass sliding door that was once an entrance but is now internal door due to an extension done ages ago. We want this door changed it can still be a slider but not glass ... dont know if u understand what I mean. We were also thinking of hav...

General Building Cambridge, Waipa

Skirting to walls commercial project

Posted 7 months ago

Walls skirting about 20 lineal metres

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Lion Brothers Group Limited

Joined January 2018

We are a small company that specializes in New builds, home renovation, concreting, fencing, kitchen installations, bathroom renovation, decking, and more. We will meet every deadline, complete every job with the highest quality. You give us your budget, and let us work our magic. Please fill free to view pictures of some of the jobs we have already done. We pride ourselves on customer satisfactio...

Swanson Builders

Joined May 2018

Swanson Builders have been helping people achieve their dream homes through renovations for the last two years. Before that Ash worked in many building sectors, such as interior fit out, formwork construction, landscaping and extensions and renovations. This has given him invaluable skills to help you achieve your vision, whatever that looks like for you.

R&MBuilders

Joined November 2017

Hi R&M Builders have been building new houses for 15 years we are Certified Builders, we also have a painting company SMC and we are part of the Master Painters . We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and then completing jobs on time and budget . It is important to have tradesman to do your jobs as they have years of experience. LBP NUMBER BP122299 Site 2 Master Painter

SLATES HANDYMAN SERVICES

Joined August 2012

Slates specialise in roof leak repair, Skylite change out. Chimney sweeping, gutter cleaning & repair. Moss treatments of roofs, concrete & paths. Detergent house washing & fly & spider treatment. Landscaping, tree trimming and all those jobs you don't want to do. Any questions please contact us through builders crack. Kind regards Steve.

BUC Ltd

Joined April 2017

We are a small family owned and operated business. We specialise in the smaller, more intricate demolition and refit work needed for elite refits. Our scope of work ranges from clearing small office spaces for refitting, renovations, through to total building demolition. We pride ourselves on our quality of work, efficiency and competitive rates. We are also able to work in with the challenges...

Another hand ltd

Joined February 2018

Hi I am a true handyman that has a massive range of skills, 1 of my team is a qualified builder so we have a lot of bases covered. We do fencing, decks,retaining walls,pergola,bathrooms,painting and much much more

Endurance Electrical

Joined October 2016

Our aim is is to serve our clients in a friendly, enthusiastic, caring professional way, whilst ensuring we deliver a high quality product. We can assist in any electrical work you require from minor repairs, renovations, extensions, new house builds and anything in between. For a no obligation quote, please get in touch today.

DG Roofing & Building

Joined November 2018

We understand your problem/requirement accurately and then we discuss with you the solution to your problems/ We discuss the right approach to achieving your requirements. If you agree for us to proceed, we do our job at cost, in a satisfactory timeframe and highest possible quality and value for you... Try us and you will not regret.

AWM Limited

Joined January 2018

AWM Ltd is an Asbestos and Methamphetamine removal company which is licensed with WorkSafe to remove both Class A & Class B contaminated material. Asbestos can be found in textured ceilings, cladding, fencing , lino and roofing in both residential and commercial areas. We have our own Supervisors and a Telarc Certified Safety Management System in place. Services Include: * Supply testing f...

DNT construction

Joined January 2018

We are a small family owned construction company we have been around for 3 years now. I've been building for coming on 20 years. We cover pretty much all construction. From changing door handles to building apartment blocks and everything in between. We offer quality service on time and on price. Call us any time for a free quote

New Horizon Construction Limited

Joined January 2019

Hi, I have been building new houses and renovating old ones for the last 8 years. I specialise in renovations/additions and new builds. Also do smaller jobs from time to time. Professional and very hard working.

Thomas Bird Building Ltd

Joined June 2018

Thomas Bird Building Ltd has been operating for 3 years now. Even though we speacialise in renovations and new builds there is not a job to big or to small. We are very professional in everything we do and work hard to meet deadlines. We where the builders for The Block NZ 2017 winners for Andy and Nate which was great experience to add to our portfolio.

T Wilson Builders

Joined April 2016

Hi, T Wilson builders specialises in all aspects of residential, commercial building and construction. Priding ourself on our quality workmanship and friendly service. We will Work alongside our clients to ensure needs are met above and beyond expectation

B O L D Landscape Design and Construction

Joined September 2011

Over 20 years landscape design and construction experience. From a simple small fence to a full residential contract.Happy to simply provide a concept plan with estimates on costs of work required. Excellent portfolio can be provided upon request - simonmasters21@gmail.com

about concrete

Joined July 2011

LICENCED BUILDING PRACTITIONER Residential and/or non-residential concrete floors walls footings piles etc...FOUNDATIONS "Garea Pools Established in pool construction since 1980" Full project management or labour only options available. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority.

Dijon tiling ltd

Joined May 2011

We specialise in waterproofing/tiling bathrooms, showers, decks and reintaining walls. We are a team of 6 Tiler's in tauranga and 3 in hamilton. We do all tiling jobs from vanities to full houses. From 3 sq/m - 500sq/m. We are well known in the tauranga area but willing travel anywhere in the bay of plenty area and Waikato area.

Maintain to profit

Joined March 2017

We are a renovation and maintenance company, who project manage the work using our teams of sub contractors. We negotiate great rates with our contractors, meaning no extra cost to you for one point of contact and project management

One Little Job Ltd

Joined May 2012

I am a licensed builder with 40 years experience. I have been self employed for most of those years. I have worked on many of the biggest projects in Auckland including Princes Wharf. I can supply references if required...

ctc civil

Joined July 2010

We have been in buiness for 16years as ctc civil ( and working in the industry for over 25 years) We specialise in drainage, concrete works (floor slabs, drives etc), footing, piles, earthmoving, underground services,hot mix,tilt panels, retaining walls and sub-divisions etc. We work in the residential and commercial fields, jobs large and small and are very competitive. We are a close commited te...

THE TILE LAYER

Joined August 2011

floor and wall tile layer, water proofing in all and any wet areas, over 20 years experience in residential and commercial tiling, stone, ceramic, mosaic, design and lay, i have done some building, plastering and painting. look at sites http://www.tilelayerhamilton.com

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