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3 Home Renovation Ideas That are Cheaper in Summer
Posted 15/10/13Longer daylight hours and dryer, warmer weather makes Spring and Summer the best time of the year to tackle most renovation and maintenance jobs around the house. We discuss three projects that are cheaper during these months... 3 home renovation ideas for summer which save you money Drive
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Creative Driveway Ideas - Choosing the Right Materials & Beautification
Posted 29/04/13If you've not made a list of driveway ideas, relax. The driveway is often overlooked as a functional slab of concrete or asphalt tasked with transporting your car from the street to the garage. But first impressions count and the exterior of your home is what people initially notice when visiting.
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Concrete Layers - what do they do?
Posted 05/11/10A concrete layer is a tradesperson who makes many different types of structures out of cement. They'll pour, smooth, finish and colour concrete with special tools and techniques. Some concrete layers will supervise at job sites to make sure that a quality job is done. The first thing a concrete l
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Swimming Pool Installers - What do They do?
Posted 05/11/10A swimming pool specialist is a tradesperson skilled in the installation, maintenance, repair and removal of swimming pools. Swimming Pool Installers Swimming pools come in many different shapes and sizes, and can often be tailored to a specific location and area. A swimming pool c
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Paving Contractors - What do they do?
Posted 05/11/10A paving contractor is a company that constructs paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, concrete floors. Many paving companies specialise in either residential or commercial work, though some may perform both types depending on the scope of the project and the equipment required. When hi
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Labourers & Hammerhands - What They Do
Posted 05/11/10Labourers and hammerhands work supporting qualified or skilled tradespeople on construction sites. They are found in all areas of construction, from residential housing, commercial sites, tunnels and highways to demolition jobs... A good labourer or hammerhand will have physical strength, goo
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Piling and Foundation Contractors - what do they do?
Posted 05/11/10A foundation or piling contractor is a tradesperson skilled in the development of foundations of a building. The house foundations are the system on which the home sits. Sometimes the house foundation rests upon the footings and supports the floor system - as with conventional foundation walls.
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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
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Successful Indoor Outdoor Flow in New Zealand Homes
Posted 13/05/15One of the most popular selling points of a kiwi home is the indoor/outdoor flow. Whether you’re thinking of selling or just want to realise the potential of your home and the plot it stands on, considering indoor outdoor flow is important... Indoor outdoor flow The secret to unlocking the
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Simple paving 30sqm (firth ... )
Posted 3 weeks agoThis job is in Hamilton Area excavated and prepared, very minimal cutting required Need someone to lay the the cobbles ASAP (Firth pavers ... )
Read moreRumpus room flooring
Posted 2 weeks agoI have a room the measures 7 metres x 3 metres that currently has a dirt floor, and an angled roof/ceiling. It is mostly walled in (minus one wall) and has some concrete at the base of the external walls (a concrete path, and driveway). I'm wanting to get a suitably insulated (R1.3 or better) concrete floor made for the room. I also need an exterior wall build at one end (3 metres wide) with the installation of a double door. Measurements are best guess, I don't know the EXACT measurements r...
Read moreConcrete Pool Area
Posted 1 month agoI am looking for someone to replace my current deck (which was recently partially removed so a new in-ground sprayed concrete pool could be built) with a new concrete pad, either in charcoal or a half-black acid etched.
Read moreDrive/backyard resurfacing
Posted 1 month agoWe had a tree removed several years ago from the concreted backyard. The tree removal left a hole do this was plugged with concrete (see photo). As you can see the concrete has sunk in places and cracked. I assume the lot needs to be moved and redone? We are looking at a start date asap after 3 April.
Read moreConcrete driveway
Posted 3 weeks agoRemove old driveway, replace and add more towards the double garage currently grass
Read moreResurface yard
Posted 4 weeks agoI need a top up of gravel yard. Loose chip. There is a small area that could be leveled if you have the gear. Area 10x10 meters and adjoining 20x10 meters. It is L shape. Easy Access Photos to come
Read moreGarage floor and house steps
Posted 2 weeks ago1) Patio: Cut off a 1 m long top step , concrete in a 1 m cube hole where a chimney has been removed so that this small patio, up against a back door, consists of 2 continuous steps, level and smooth. A small stravel ight forward job. A small amount of concrete cutting is involved; possibly 15 cm deep cuts then smash off the remaining bit of top step will do it. 2) Garage floor, 5 x 3 m . Establish levels, laid polythene on old concrete, poor / level 60-65 mm layer on top. This is now a work-ro...
Read moreResealing a driveway
Posted 1 month agoResealing (probably chip seal) a driveway and parking areas serving two properties. Total area approx 260 sq m.
Read moreConcrete Garbage Floor 7x7
Posted 2 weeks agoLaying concrete on existing concrete pad plus some new ground. Existing pad is approximately 7x6m but new pad needs to be 7x7.5m.
Read moreDriveway Paving
Posted 1 week agoDoes anyone do Stencil concreting , we are keen for our drive way. Expecting this job to start in August or Early September. DInesh
Read moreDriveway entry + short drive
Posted 2 weeks agowe have a small section of entry and drive that needs to be asphalted asap, it has been mostly prepped but will need probably some concrete powder and recompaction before asphalting
Read moreLow maintenance backyard pavement
Posted 4 weeks agoAsking for a quote to have our backyard pavement evened out change to a low maintenance version . It currently has old pavers that keeps having weeds that needs to be pulled out. Some areas are uneven. Maybe have it cemented? We would like to be able to entertain a small group of people at the back have some privacy but still able to hang our washing and plant a small veggie garden
Read moreWiden, extend length, replace existing driveway
Posted 4 weeks agoApprox 150m2 area of proposed new driveway on flat site in Hamilton East. The existing driveway is asphalt in poor condition. We want the driveway widened for side by side parking and extended in length.
Read moreDriveway repair Asphalt or cut out and replace with concrete strip
Posted 4 weeks agowe have a driveway repair on a communal driveway. The driveway has some pot holes at the entry where the repairs are required. We would like to investigate cutting out a two metre wide strip and approximate 4 metres long x 100 mm in depth . This is to replace pot holes that need repair. Exposed aggregate would be a preferred finish. We would like it done prior to winter wet weather sets in
Read moreDriveway and ROW concrete job
Posted 2 weeks agoBasically, we got a subdivision consent and need to complete the shared access to get title. I have attached the accepted engineering plans. We have since got an easement over the neighbours side, so instead of constructing just the one new strip from the road, were going to replace both existing strips (two only). I have circled the length of these strips – a little over 63m long. We need to replace this like for like, as per our agreement with the neighbour re the easement....
Read moreLabourer Only Needed
Posted 4 days agoLooking for someone with concrete experience for a labour only job to complete a partial section of our driveway, Reinforcing has already been laid & aggregate concrete ready mixed will be supplied from a concrete truck, area is 2.3 x 8.6 ...Please reply with a quote ...Thanks
Read moreConcrete Pathway
Posted 1 month agoWe need a concrete path laid before winter. Ideally 1 m wide from the driveway to the base of this ramp.
Read moreDoug Sommerville
Posted 4 weeks agoI need to have ll of my paving relaid as it has lifted due to tree roots from the neighbour
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New Vehicle entrance
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Concrete Cutting
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18th June 2018
Oil stains on driveway
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27th February 2019
Concrete Pathway
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1st April 2019
Cut concrete around house
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4th February 2019
15 x 3 m driveway
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18th February 2018
Cutting outdoor path
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23rd November 2018
Garden path
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11th February 2018
New Basement
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Concrete strip
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4th March 2019
Garden shed pad
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Concrete paving in backyard
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Joined January 2012------------------------ -Qualifications- ------------------------ * NZQA Qualified Pbfix, Pbfin * 13 Years Experience, 7 Years Qualified, 6 Years Self Employed * Renovation Specialist * Quality workmanship --------------- -Services- ---------------- Stopping Fibrous, Plasterboard & Villa-board Skimming Cove & Cornice Fixing & Finishing Architectural Detailing Work....
Read moreDr Tree & Bobcat / Digger Services LTD
Joined May 2009dr tree is a complete tree service providing all services icluding stump griding , we can handle the smallest prunning job to the largest of tree removals including shelter belt removal Ron the owner operator has had 20 years in tree work and has seen most situations, we also sell firewood and mulch
Read moreDijon tiling ltd
Joined May 2011We 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.
Read morectc civil
Joined July 2010We 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...
Read moreBrick & Blocklaying NZ
Joined March 2013Hi we are full qualified tradesman with experience in all aspects of brick and blocklaying we also lay oamaru and hinuera stone. We are very professional in what we do we can provide a very competitive quote and get the job done on time and on budget without compromising any quality of workmanship.
Read moreSwanson Builders
Joined May 2018Swanson 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.
Read moreFinz Contractors
Joined May 2018Finz Contractors are a team of masons with 25 years experience in the stone industry. We offer a wide range of services covering the northern region of New Zealand whether in a residential or commercial setting, we do it all. We provide the best quality and work hard to meet your expectations.
Read moreKiwi Maintenance Group
Joined November 2016Kiwi Maintenance Group are industry leaders in house and building maintenance. Having over 35 years in the industry we have the experience like no one else and know how to get the job done right, first time. Whatever your commercial or residential requirements, Kiwi Maintenance Group will find a cost-effective, tailor-made solution to meet your needs. Whether your cleaning job is large or small...
Read moreSLATES HANDYMAN SERVICES
Joined August 2012Slates 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.
Read moreMTM Builders Limited
Joined August 2010Matt Tobin (Director/Builder) has worked within the construction industry for over 10 years. Matt has a wide range of experience from residential building and commercial construction through to general maintenance, and house renovations. Currently Matt and his team are working in the high end residential building market, and specialise in residential town house construction. Our clients require...
Read morepro wire
Joined December 2010Hi we have been working in auckland for 16 yrs ,and we have been doing jobs from new homes full renovations ,to the smallest jobs ,we pride ourselves on punctuality, and 100% customer satisfaction ,we always clean up after ourselves and offer helpful advice and ,no obligation free quotes ,our prices are always competitive .
Read moreStoneley Handyman Services
Joined February 2019Hi there, I'm just your average run of the mill young kiwi bloke looking for the chance to prove himself in the industry. I have been doing a multitude of trades virtually my whole life. I come from a trade orientated family with a wide range of skills, knowledge and experience at my disposal. Where I excel is my attitude towards the work, whether it be new or common ground, I strive to do...
Read moreAllFixed Plus
Joined February 2019Carpenter works, hanyman services, normal building tasks, vinyl flooring, fencing, decking, Install doors and locks, smoke alarms, clotheslines etc. minor landcsaping, property maintain, window clean etc.
Read moreWray Concrete
Joined October 2016Hi, we are a company passionate about concrete. We specialise in concrete of all types and for all purposes whether it be a slab for your farm shed or garage floor or for your driveway, patio, pathway or pool surrounds. We also provide paving and concrete swimming pool renovation services including plastering with Quartzon, acid washing and painting. Here at Concrete Works Ltd we pride ourselves...
Read moreBrendons paving and concrete
Joined July 2017I am a solo worker/contractor I have been in a paving/concrete company for 9 years and now doing my own thing I specialise in paving mostly but do concrete works aswell Paving Concrete Landscape Readylawn Retaining walls Keystone walls
Read moreMills Contracting Services Ltd
Joined January 2018We are a family owned company with 20 years experience, specializing in a wide range of civil works,driveways/concrete/patios and footpaths, excavations,post hole boring,landscaping,land contouring, section clearing, tree/stump removal, fencing and retaining. We are the one stop shop and can take full care of all your projects with our competitive rates. Truck/Digger and Bobcat hire also available...
Read moreabout concrete
Joined July 2011LICENCED 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.
Read moreBUC Ltd
Joined April 2017We 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...
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