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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

Need to Add an Extra Bedroom for Your Kids?

Posted 10/11/16

Kiwi parents have on average 1.9 kids, which works fine for those who have three bedroom homes. Except when you have more than two children, have guests over to stay or want to use a bedroom as a study or home office. That’s when adding on an extra bedroom for your kids is a great solution to gi

Cabinet Makers - what do they do?

Posted 05/11/10

Cabinet makers use woodworking skills to create cabinets, shelving and furniture. The fundamental focus of cabinet makers is the production of cabinetry. Although they may also produce items that would not be recognised as cabinets, however the same skills and techniques apply. A cabinet may b

8 Questions You Should Ask a Kitchen Contractor

Posted 23/04/13

Whether you are remodelling your kitchen or ripping it out, you need to speak with a kitchen contractor. You also need to have some ideas about what you'd like your new kitchen to look like. Kiwi kitchens are often busy spaces where activities as diverse as socializing, preparing meals or doing

6 Ideas for a Budget Bathroom Makeover

Posted 01/04/14

Whether its lighting or plumbing fixtures, cabinetry or new tiles, you can give the bathroom a whole new look with a budget bathroom makeover. A fresh coat of paint or using drywall to provide texture are two great ways to update the walls. Budget bathroom makeover ideas If you want to go one s

Top 5 Home Remodelling Trends in New Zealand

Posted 04/06/13

Here's two great questions to ask yourself. How much better your home would be to live in with a few upgrades? Would seeing the latest home remodelling trends in your property make you feel great? There’s no time like the present to start on some home renovations and improve the quality of your life

The Tiny Home Movement in New Zealand

Posted 18/03/15

The tiny home movement is a trend that seems to be here to stay. But why has this movement gained so much traction? Is it a genuine trend that’s both socially and economically advantageous? Or is it just the next not-so-big thing in house design?... Exploring NZ's tiny home movement Since

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

5 Tips for Spring Home Renovations

Posted 29/10/14

We've talked to industry insiders and experts, and have put together a list of our top 5 tips for getting started your spring home renovations. Spring home renovations Coming out of a cold winter, spring home renovations may seem like a daunting prospect. Yes, you've been thinking about i

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Weatherboards

Posted 10 months ago

A few weather boards need replacing on old colonial villa in Lyttleton. Job should take less than a day. All easily accessable.

Carpentry Repairs & Maintenance Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Replacing showers

Posted 1 month ago

Need two showers either renovated or replaced, depending on cost/practicality.

Carpentry Repairs & Maintenance Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

Cass Bay decking

Posted 1 month ago

Replace pine decking in back garden

Decking Restoration Cass Bay, Banks Peninsula

Bed with no slats

Posted 6 months ago

I have the headboard, footboard, and sides of a bed. I'm not entirely sure how the bed fits together either because the mechanism joining the head and footboards doesn't seem very secure (the nut is fixed so I don't know how its supposed to secure) so the way they fit together might need a new solution too (one that is reversible so the bed can be removed and reused easily in the future).

Furniture Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Skirting install

Posted 6 months ago

Wanting a quote to get already prepared skirtings installed. Would like a professional job. 2 rooms and a hallway . We’ve got the already prepared skirtings 😀

Carpentry Repairs & Maintenance Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Bathroom

Posted 1 year ago

I need a wall built and gibbed for a small bathroom to be installed. Picture 1:This would entail removing the gib and framing of of a small closet and picture 2 &3 moving and reframing two doors. Also access to attic crawl space be be moved

General Carpentry Governors Bay, Banks Peninsula

Decking

Posted 1 year ago

Low decking - need to have it finished- mostly just need to screw decking timber and some finishing re framing - reckon good days work or so - weekend work would suit would prefer someone reasonably local if possible

Decking Restoration Wainui, Banks Peninsula

Composite Deck - Supply and Fit

Posted 4 months ago

We are looking for quotes on the supply and fit of composite decking for an area 9m x 4m. The decking will need to be fitted straight but go over an aggregate concrete base which currently dips in the middle slightly for drainage and run off. There is a drain in the middle also which will need to be accessed. Presumably a cut here would suffice. A consideration will be the height of the deck as this is limited by the frame of the house, so shorter fittings will be needed. We would idea...

Decking & Pergolas Cass Bay, Banks Peninsula

Victoria Barson

Posted 1 year ago

We are keen to reseal and replace/cover our upstairs Butanol deck (with wood decking pref) to ensure water tight & match the look of our outside wooddeck downstairs.

Decking Restoration Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

Build a Chicken Run/Coop

Posted 1 year ago

I pretty much just need a standard run with a door access and aviary/bird mesh so quail cant escape. Will need a mesh ceiling/roof aswell. W 2m x L 3m x H 2.5m You can build on site at birdlings flat or deliver. Pics to give a rough idea. Would prefer between $300-700. Please message me a quote.

General Carpentry Little River, Banks Peninsula

Pole platform deck

Posted 3 months ago

Design, submit for compliance and build pole platform deck around 5x5 M.

Decking & Pergolas Wainui, Banks Peninsula

Lichen removal and deck staining

Posted 1 year ago

Our owners would please like a quote for the linchen to be removed and also wood staining which will slow the regrowth of lichen?

Decking & Pergolas Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Deck on slight incline

Posted 3 months ago

20 square metre kwila deck to be built on slight incline.

Decking & Pergolas Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Shed door

Posted 9 months ago

This small shed door needs replacing. This could lead to further upgrading of shed internal floor and exterior paintwork.

Wood Doors Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Odd carpentry and repair jobs

Posted 10 months ago

Small jobs around house: repairing and sealing a hole in ceiling of cupboard, replace a wood panel in the kitchen, check where lino in bathroom floor has bubbled up and redo grout round bath. Check leak in corner of main shower. One of the jobs has a photo below.

Carpentry Repairs & Maintenance Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Replace large rotted wooden window frame

Posted 4 months ago

Quote required to replace wooden window frame plus portion of interior cladding damaged by damp, may need scaffolding to access window from exterior.

Carpentry Repairs & Maintenance Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Carpenter

Posted 1 year ago

I'm looking for a skilled carpenter capable of working independently and part of a team. Own PPE but most tools provided. Contract will only be for a few months to give the job a push. Must care about the work and be able to follow plans and instructions.

General Carpentry Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

Door trimmer required ASAP - Akaroa!!!!

Posted 4 months ago

We’ve just had carpet laid and need doors trimmed ASAP! Needing experienced person who’s available ASAP please.

Wood Doors Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

Structural engineer

Posted 1 year ago

Needing house and deck concents for hillside for earthquake affecttive home

Decking & Pergolas Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Extending and renovating current deck and ballustrade

Posted 3 weeks ago

Extending a current deck from 30m2 to 50m2 + ballustrade. Deck on poles. New wood

Decking Restoration Cass Bay, Banks Peninsula

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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.

A D White Builders ltd

Joined August 2016

Registered Master Builder with over 15 years in the trade. Quality and accountability comes standard with no job too small and I'll work in with clients to ensure that work gets completed on budget and on time. I specialise in renovations / additions and maintainance. I can take care of the project management or work in with clients and their projects as needed.

Earthborne Builders

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...

Supreme Services

Joined June 2019

Hi, Supreme Services provides Landscaping services. I am qualified as a Landscaper & Landscape Gardener having over 20 years experience. Contact me personally for all aspects of Landscaping - excavation work and site levelling, demolition and site clearance, paving, decking, fencing, garden and lawn installations. Tree work including pruning and tree lopping and stump grinding. I am Cert...

TW Plastering and Building

Joined April 2015

I am a highly experienced builder with great attention to detail. I truly believe in making the customer happy, even if something is difficult to achieve, the homeowner comes first. I have a great track record of positive feedback, I have added some to the photos section. Please feel free to take a read, I am very proud of my work. Please search my business name in Facebook to see photos of pre...

Francis Stockman

Joined June 2015

Hi my name is Francis I am a fully qualified, licenced building practioner with over 15 years experience in the building industry. I have worked in both residential and commercial building in a leading hand/foreman roll as well as completing many projects on my own.I am currently based in christchurch where I am looking for small to medium sized projects to complete. Bathrooms,decks,extensions,re...

Hamish Ward Construction

Joined June 2019

Hamish Ward Construction is a small, owner operator business. My career began through earthquake repairs, then into house building, renovations and shopfitting, then into a long career in commercial construction, managing projects up to $10million. I hold multiple professional qualifications and belong to many industry bodies including the New Zealand Institute of Building and the Master Builders...

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...

Farrell Build

Joined August 2018

Farrell Build is a local Christchurch based construction company. We are family owned & operated with over 30+ years of trusted industry experience. Offering a wide range of services which include; Architectural builds, Renovations & EQC Repairs

Dylan’s builders

Joined April 2018

I work for a big firm, Jones and Wyatt construction. I’ve been in the building construction for 8 years now. I provide great quality work and work hard to meet deadlines for project completion. I pride myself on providing competitive quotes and then completing the jobs on budget.

Top corner construction limited

Joined July 2018

Personally I have been in the Residential construction industry for 8 years, I specialize in Fencing, Decking, Pergolas also Interior linings and finishing My experience comes from a background in EQC repairs, Private Renovations, Light commercial and newly built homes. I am expanding into a managment role now as I have a highly skilled group of tradesmen behind me who can tackle most jobs, From...

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...

Sayers construction

Joined April 2019

LBP builder that prides himself on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. With 14 years experience as a carpenter/builder and keeping my overheads minimal, I can offer my wide variety of expertise at a very good price for the customer. I take on all aspects of building, renovation and maintenance works. The work is carried out by myself or by myself overseeing trusted sub contractors f...

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...

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...

Austin Anderson

Joined January 2010

Hi. I have been renovating and repairing houses since 1988. Bathroom renovations are a major part of my work, however, I am very happy to renovate any part of your house. Decks are a specialty. Skylights are also in my expertise. I have a team of qualified tradesmen to cover all aspects of your renovation. Covid 19 plan in place .

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.

Brad McIntosh Builder

Joined September 2020

Hi, we're a small building team that specializes in all residential building services. From new builds to renovations, bathrooms, louvres, decks and fences, we have it all covered. If you want prompt, efficient service then we'd love to hear from you.

Rise Residential Limited

Joined May 2010

Rise Residential Ltd - high-quality builders in Christchurch. We are an owner-operated based company that specializes in all forms of residential construction including renovations, new builds, and property maintenance. Ben, the director, is a Licensed Building Practitioner. This guarantees his building skills and knowledge of the NZ building code are current, comprehensive and up-to-date. Rise...

baird construction

Joined September 2020

hi, i have over 15 years of experience in the building industry,have worked on a variety of different projects big or small, take a lot of pride in my work and also keeping within timeframes

Justin van Gerwen

Joined May 2019

Hi, my name is Justin. I am a joiner/craftsman with over 20 years experience in the solid timber woodworking industry. I specialize in making solid timber doors and windows to order. I can provide full house lots of new timber joinery for new builds, or match existing joinery for extensions to both old or new style buildings. I can also do repairs to doors and windows where rot or other damage i...

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