Trusted Carpenters.
NZ wide.
Sorted.
Learn more about the trades we cover.
Latest carpentry articles
Our blog is full with helpful news and knowledge covering carpentry related repairs and renovations around your home. 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.
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
Read more
Decking - Choosing the Right Material for Your Home
Posted 28/09/17Timber 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
Read more
Top 5 Home Remodelling Trends in New Zealand
Posted 04/06/13Here'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
Read more
6 Ideas for a Budget Bathroom Makeover
Posted 01/04/14Whether 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
Read more
5 Tips for Spring Home Renovations
Posted 29/10/14We'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
Read more
The Tiny Home Movement in New Zealand
Posted 18/03/15The 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
Read more
Cabinet Makers - what do they do?
Posted 05/11/10Cabinet 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
Read more
8 Questions You Should Ask a Kitchen Contractor
Posted 23/04/13Whether 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
Read more
Need to Add an Extra Bedroom for Your Kids?
Posted 10/11/16Kiwi 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
Read moreRecent jobs posted
Check out how homeowners like you are using Carpenters on Builderscrack to build, repair and improve their homes right now.
Outdoor Steps x 2
Posted 6 months agoWe have just had a new house built in ChCh and transported out to Glentunnel, near Darfield. In order for us to get council code of compliance, we have to have permanent steps built, so we are requiring 2 lots to be completed. The 1st is from the front door. We would like a landing which will be about a meter square then basic steps leading down from that, approximately 3, maybe 4 steps. There also needs to be a hand rail on one side attached. We would like this finished in kwilla. The 2nd...
Read moreWall for photography set
Posted 5 months agoWe need a back wall built for a photography set, the wall needs to be free standing and able to be moved, so will be in panels. The total length required is 6m x 3m high. The surface needs to be suitable to paint. This is needed in a two week timeframe, the warehouse is available from the 4th March, so happy for the build to happen on site.
Read moreConcrete tub stand - see pics and text
Posted 4 months agoI am restoring a double concrete laundry tub but it needs a stand. I have pictures of one with a wooden stand which I think would work well - there are also metal stands so I am not sure what is easier and least expensive. The tub is heavy so it needs to be able to cope with the weight. It is going into a new house that is underway. Tub Dimensions approx 1175mm long, 360 deep and 535 wide. The one I have is angled version.
Read moreStyles deck
Posted 2 weeks agoWanting a deck built from kwila, partially over top of an aggregate patio and at the same height as in door flooring. Also a block and plaster planter box seating. We have a landscape design that is drawn to scale that we would like to follow.
Read moreAndrew’s Deck
Posted 2 months agoBuild a 40.8m2 L-shaped deck. Deck top to be flush with the sill of two ranch sliders. Top of deck to be 140 x 19 Kwinana boards.
Read moreDeck around swimming pool
Posted 3 months agoWanting a 1.5m wide pine deck installed around a swimming pool which is an oval shape. 9.3mx4.5m. Needs a small hatch put in so we are able to get into the skimmer box. Happy to wait till spring for installation.
Read moreDeck construction
Posted 1 week agoRemoval of current slate patio, or cover over of same with decking. Approx 40m
Read moreCat door install in internal wood door
Posted 1 month agoI need a cat door provided and put in an internal door.
Read moreBarn Door Install
Posted 3 months agoInstall a barn door to a bathroom using the existing wooden door. Involves reducing the door frame down and installing the track on the existing door that we want to use.
Read moreNew ~52m^2 deck
Posted 9 months agoAs part of a new house build we need a purple heart deck of approximately 52m^2 completed. This work is partially started (bearers are there as they are part of the house, and two end joists have been attached to the house) The deck is an integral part of the house and is required for Xmas this year. It is a low deck (under a metre off the ground) and is a 'simple' shape (no angles). * The deck area is approximately 52m^2 * The work must be completed by Friday 14th December 2018...
Read moreCupboard
Posted 6 months agoHi. I have an inbuilt cupboard that requires repair. A manhole was cut in the floor and now needs to be properly formed, and then the cupboard re-lined with shelves added for a built-in office space. Power points and a light will be needed and there is some cabling already in place which could be used. The black & gray pipework is for a gas hot water califont and the old pipe on the floor was part of an old water cylinder wetback system so can be removed.
Read moreCat/Dog door
Posted 3 months agoInstall a cat/dog door into a simple wooden back door. Needs to be a little larger than the old broken one - which we have removed. - depending on what is available.
Read moreDeck Build
Posted 6 months agoLooking for someone to build a deck in Rolleston. Ideally, would like two quotes. First, a quote for the main deck (see photo for dimensions) and a set of stairs from the garage into the outdoor 'utilities' area (approx 2m long and 300mm high). Second a quote for the main deck AND second small deck (see photo for dimensions). *The main deck is only about 200mm high * We already have the piles required for the job but will need all other materials supplied. We have a low budget, theref...
Read more19m sq deck
Posted 7 months ago5x3.8 deck to cover patio area. There is a pre existing concrete 5x2.5 area. House is not on piles so will sit 80-90mm about ground level. The deck will cover corner to corner of house.
Read moreTimber deck in garden
Posted 1 month ago22m square timber deck. Deck to be L shaped to go around our house. We want it to have lighting incorporated around it. We currently have two concrete pads outside each slider door. one to the rear and one to the side. Everything in between is grass. From the pad to the underside of our slider door frame is 130mm.
Read moreDecking - Falcons Landing
Posted 2 weeks agoI am building at the moment in Falcons Landing Rolleston and was after some advice and an indication on price for Pine vs Kwila decking. I have attached our Building Plan along with the Decking Measurements so hopefully this will be sufficient to quote off. There will be 3 Sections: • 7.3m x 4.5m • 4.6m x 1.0m • 5.1m x 4.0m Total: 57.85m2 I am after quotes for the complete job, 140mm wide boards Kwila vs Pine. Will be looking to go ahead in the next couple of months. Thanks...
Read moreKwill Decking
Posted 2 days agoNeed to install new 21sqm kwila deck as in purple color. * 1m wide deck will be between walls * 3x4m will be center to the door in the living
Read moreConstruction of 3 Carport storage cupboards
Posted 1 week agoConstruct storage cupboards with shelving in carport. 1pc= 5.8mx2.4m.x1.3m; Sliding doors in hand 1pc=.8mx2.4mx1.2m; 1pc=.7mx2.4mx.9m
Read moreRecent carpentry reviews
With over 142,000 reviews in total, and an average rating of 9/10, you can be confident that your job will be handled with the utmost care.
New Deck needed
Work carried out by the owner/operator
19th September 2017
Wall cabinet and cupboard shelve install
Work carried out by the owner/operator
23rd October 2018
Fit internal Wooden Doors
Work carried out by the owner/operator
29th January 2018
Military Redecorations
Work carried out by the owner/operator
8th January 2018
Building repair
Work carried out by the owner/operator
23rd May 2018
New ~52m^2 deck
Work carried out by the owner & subcontractors
11th April 2019
Wooden spa surround needs replacing - URGENT
Work carried out by the owner/operator
5th April 2018
Cat/Dog door
Work carried out by the owner/operator
13th June 2019
Outdoor Steps x 2
Work carried out by an employee of the company
2nd March 2019
Fix Pergola
Work carried out by the owner/operator
25th November 2017
James Green
Work carried out by the owner/operator
29th October 2018
Find Carpenters in Selwyn
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.
Petes Construction
Joined March 2018Pete's Construction is a building organisation fuelled by word of mouth. We specialise in all aspects of building, landscaping and earthworks! Building is our passion, we are committed to delivering superior workmanship and our team consists exclusively of licensed and competent builders, offering you a top quality finish and increased efficency throughout projects. Ensure your next ventur...
Read moreHire a Hubby Selwyn
Joined February 2019Hi, my name is Bruce Woodgate and I have recently taken over the Hire a Hubby franchise in Selwyn. Originally from the UK, I now live in Prebbleton with my wife, 2 kids and a ‘Labrador-cross’. I have a background in welding, windows, building, scaffolding and landscaping and I’m keen to take on all those jobs you don’t have time for.
Read moreUrban and rural fencing
Joined February 2018I have been contracting for myself for 30+ years, I have a broad range of skills and all tools and plant needs including a 3.5 tonne digger and tip truck. I work by myself and take pride in producing top quality work with an eye for detail. Feel free to get in touch for a free quote.
Read moreHomebase Construction Ltd
Joined August 2019Hi, I’m Jeff and I’m the owner operator of Homebase Construction. We are a small family run building company specialising in architectural new builds, renovations and herratige restorations. Myself and my team are protectionists at what we do and find great satisfaction delivering an amazing job on time and on budget. Check us out on instagram “Homebaseconstruction”
Read moreKortegast Construction Ltd
Joined May 2018Experience in new builds (high and low end), renovations and light commercial. Have LBP and apart of the NZCB. Professional, reliable and hard working. Good people skills and project management. Provide competitive quotes and complete all work to a high standard, on time and on budget.
Read moreTradepower Building Group
Joined January 2018Tradepower Building Group was re-established in June 2017 due to demand of previous clients wanting custom specific building sheds and structures of various types to be built. Tradepower Building Group has expanded from private buildings into commercial builds; into the supply and partnering of other specific trades that are complementary of Carpentry; and Tradepower Building Group’s growth into...
Read moreOutside The Box Solutions ltd
Joined February 2019Outside the box has got you covered no matter what the project is. We pride ourselves on providing a top quality product at the best possible price . Contact us for a no obligation quote
Read moreKit set Assembly Services
Joined January 2018Hi at Kitset Assembly Services, we are the manufacturer approved installers of your new nz made garden shed. Fully trained in all areas of Kitset Assembly from indoor/outdoor furniture to BBQs and everything in between. Not to mention that all job related rubbish is removed free of charge. You can be assured of a quality job and with set pricing rather than per hour rates there are no hidden surp...
Read moreDans Reno
Joined February 2018Hi, I am a sole trader and I have my NZQA level 4 in carpentry I have been building for 14 years all over Africa and in Chrischurch for the last 5 years. I have done many jobs for home owners in Christchurch with good results. I specialise is bathroom renos, redo bed rooms, car ports, decks, fences, veggie gardens, garage shelving etc. I will work along side my client to achieve the best end resu...
Read moreJRB Homes Ltd
Joined March 2018As a business owner and site foreman, I strive to provide the best work ethics in both client and colleague relationships. I pride myself in time management, effective communication and quality control in all areas of my business. Over the last two years of developing my business, I have successfully built, renovated and repaired homes. My overall goal is to be competitively priced with the best e...
Read moreWilshire Construction Ltd
Joined January 2019We specialise in architectural builds, modern design and historical renovations. We pride ourselves on doing what others can’t, we will work with you, your architect and sub trades to achieve a finish we would be proud to come home to. Satisfaction is our main objective whilst delivering a beautiful finish on time and budget. Make your house the home you dream of, it’s just one phone call away...
Read morewayne duffield builder
Joined August 2015hi have been building for over 30 years we are very professional company all work under taken . we take pride in our work and all work is done write the first time .free quotes and done on time
Read moreCarl Taylor Builders
Joined July 2019Carl 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...
Read moreDoherty builders ltd
Joined October 2018Hi , I have experience in renovations and new homes , very professional and only use quality materials and the best subtrades . to carry out any work and meet dead lines in time and on budget we are lbp qualified and master builders member so your valuable asset is in safe and expert hands , your trust , is important to us .
Read morePlucks Construction LTD
Joined November 2018Builder with 35 year experience in all types of building, from concrete work to finishing work. Also gib stopping and painting. No job too big or small. Very professional, with high standards and attention to detail.
Read moreGintas Renovation NZ
Joined October 2016I've been renovating houses for 15+ years. I focus on getting the job done fast and in high quality while maintaining reasonable prices. My main goal is to understand my client's vision and manifest it as they wish. There are no big or small jobs, all jobs accepted. To see my work you can visit gintas.co.nz
Read moreOtautahi Builders Ltd
Joined July 2016Hi, I've been building and renovating for 6+ years. Working hard and paying extra attention to detail to set me apart from the others. From new builds right down to a small fix up, I can provide advice and competitive quotes
Read moreMitre Ben Construction Limited
Joined March 2016I specialise in handyman jobs and carpentry. Decks and fences are something I do often and I am happy to discuss what you are needing done at a time that suits you. I work with a Licensed Builder Practitioner for more serious jobs.
Read moreRoman Building & Construction
Joined November 2016Hi, we are Qualified Builder and Sub-Trade with Quality as First Priority in our job. We carry out New Build, Extension, Renovation, Landscaping, Project Management and Handyman/Maintenance. We give competitive quotes and endeavor to get job done on time with top quality. We look forward to provide Excellent Services for you !!
Read more