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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

Preparing for Winter - 3 Things You Can Do Right Now

Posted 15/04/14

Autumn’s begun and now that there's a noticeable chill in the air, preparing for winter is a top priority. If you’re anything like us you’ve been wondering if it’s too soon to turn the heater on in the evenings or if now’s the time to hire a handyman to chop and stack some wood for your fire. Her

Tips for Heating Your Home in Winter

Posted 07/05/13

As temperatures start to fall and household prices continue to rise, the need to stay warm without increasing your bills has never been stronger. Heating your home on a budget has never been greater! We've got some helpful suggestions for you to minimise your energy usage and keep warm this winter.

LED Lighting Ideas & Benefits for Your Home or Office

Posted 28/01/14

LED lighting has long been the next-best thing in retail and commercial lighting by designers, but now, they’re catching on with homeowners thanks to their energy efficiency. LED lighting can incur higher upfront costs. However, you don't need to wait a long time to recover your investment in energ

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

Electricians - What They Do

Posted 05/11/10

The electrician trade is one of the more highly skilled and potentially dangerous of the trades. All electricians must be part of the Electrical Workers Registration Board, so don't be afraid to ask to see their registration before hiring... The responsibilities of electricians include br

Installing Solar Panels for Your Home

Posted 18/02/14

If you've ever considered installing solar panels, you are not alone. Kiwi homes are generally exposed to 20-30 times more energy from the sun than they use in power or gas and most of its going to waste. By making use of it, we can reduce emissions, create jobs and contribute towards energy ind

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying an Old House

Posted 08/04/14

Are you considering buying an old house? Old villas and bungalows can be charming, but with age, often comes problems. Here’s three questions to ask before you sign on the dotted line. Buying an old house? Ask these questions first! You don't want to buy a lemon! Here are 3 questions you need

Security Service & Alarm Installers - what do they do?

Posted 05/11/10

A security service or alarm installers will be able to advise and install the best security system for your property or anything else you want to protect. Some systems are composed of a simple alarm that sounds when an entry point is breached, while others include monitoring centres where

Check Out These Luxury Bedroom Lighting Ideas

Posted 11/06/13

Whether your luxury bedroom is a small cosy space or a grand suite, it’s probably used for more than just sleeping. While dark bedrooms are perfect for sleep, too little light can hinder other activities. With plenty of luxury bedroom lighting ideas available, let us help you choose the right prof

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Outsourcing Housework Freed Up Precious Time For This Busy Homeowner

Posted 27/11/18

Busy homeowner Michelle holds down parenting, full-time work and studying towards her PhD. She shares with us how she used Builderscrack to outsource her housework so she could focus on the important stuff... How It Started To say Michelle is a driven person is an understatement. Sitting across from a woman that packs so much into her days is inspiring, not only because of that drive but the clever way she has arranged her life to make it possible. She tells me "I’m doing a full-time PhD and I’m doing full-time work, so for me, I have lots to do and absolutely no time. I also have a teenager who’s almost 16, who is extremely social. Every weekend there are at least five to seven friends invited, and they are having a sleepover. I come home, and I'm like, “I left it nice and tidy, what happened?”. Michelle and her son moved into their home three years ago, and with a laugh explains “how things were starting to fall apart and in need of repair”. It wasn't only hard finding the tim

Women in Trade - Kia Kaha Electrical, Hamilton

Posted 13/03/19

We chat with father and business owner, Noema Johnson, about how he not only encouraged his daughter to take up a trade but how he is actively helping her to succeed in an electrical career... Hamilton based Noema, has worked in the electrical trade for the last 38 years. He's spent the last 10 years encouraging his daughter, Demi, to "jump into a trade". Now in her mid-twenties she has taken up his advice and this year started her training as an electrician. She is studying at the Waikato Institue of Technology (Wintec) on the Electrical Pre-Trade Training course, aimed at getting students ready for apprenticeship. Demi is one of only four women on the course and has teamed up with Mere, another inspirational women who is training in her 30's, all while having the pressure of children and family commitments. After the polytech based first year, each of the girls will be required to find and start an apprenticeship. Not only is Noema the inspiration and encourageme

Electric Car Charge Point: Our 300,000th Job

Posted 13/02/19

Builderscrack started out in 2007, with the simple goal of connecting homeowners to tradies. Fast forward 12 years and we are excited to be celebrating such a significant milestone… Our 300,000th Job To have had the opportunity to help homeowners find tradies for 300,000 jobs is both exciting and a privilege. From all of us here at Builderscrack we want to say a big THANK YOU to our homeowners and tradespeople, without you we wouldn't be here. The Job Mark from Auckland, a busy doctor at Auckland's Middlemore Emergency department, posted our 300,00th job. He had recently purchased an electric car and needed a charging port installed in his garage, with the idea of upgrading to the full power charger unit down the track. With this in mind, he wanted the job done in such a way that all the wiring was in place for the future upgrade. Mark posted his job on Builderscrack, having used it on numerous occasions since moving from England several years ago. Describing it as "

Outsourcing Housework Freed Up Precious Time For This Busy Homeowner

Posted 27/11/18

Women in Trade - Kia Kaha Electrical, Hamilton

Posted 13/03/19

Electric Car Charge Point: Our 300,000th Job

Posted 13/02/19

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Light switches and a powerpoint

Posted 4 months ago

Two light switches have failed and require repairs so that the lights will turn on. We also require a new powerpoint in the hallway.

Electrical Repairs Porirua, Porirua

Install one double power outlet

Posted 2 weeks ago

We need one double power outlet installed above a bench top. There is already a power outlet beneath the bench.

General Electrical Waitangirua, Porirua

Install a new oven

Posted 3 weeks ago

Our built-in oven needs to be replaced. The job will be to remove the old oven and install a new one. It would also be great if you could measure up the space before we buy the new oven so we can be 100% sure that we get the correct size.

New Electrical Installations Titahi Bay, Porirua

Installation of power for extractor fan

Posted 2 weeks ago

We are wanting to put in a new rangehood and move the existing oven switch. See attached diagram for reference.

Extractor Fans Ascot Park, Porirua

Removal of heated towel rail

Posted 2 weeks ago

We would like the heated towel rail removed from the bathroom. this will not be replace so will need to power point for it removed as well. Hoping to get it done before Easter as we are wanting to paint over the holiday.

General Electrical Whitby, Porirua

Lights out

Posted 4 months ago

I need 2 bedroom lights repaired both not working. Not sure why not fuse box?

Electrical Repairs Mana, Porirua

Timer for hot water cylinder

Posted 3 months ago

We would like to fit a timer to the hot water cylinder, and would like a quote for supply and fitting timer. Easy access as hot water cylinder is in the hall cupboard, which has double doors.

Hot Water Cylinders (Electrical) Aotea, Porirua

Lightshade installation

Posted 1 month ago

I would like to have an old hanging lampshade removed and my new one installed please.

General Electrical Whitby, Porirua

Washing Machine repair

Posted 3 months ago

I have a Samsung washing machine which is just over 2 years old and have an 3E message

Electrical Repairs Cannons Creek, Porirua

Install oven in office, Porirua City

Posted 2 months ago

Would like to get this down in next six weeks. Our office has not had an oven installed, but we have received a previously functioning oven (from a house) and would like to have it installed in the office. There is no wiring in the location so i guess there would need to be wiring to the fusebox/switchboard as well. We can open up the office in the evenings/weekends to have the work completed.

Rewiring Porirua, Porirua

Heated Towel Rail Removal

Posted 3 days ago

I have a heated towel rail that is broken. I need it removed.

Electrical Renovations Titahi Bay, Porirua

Kitchen Power Point/Oven Switch

Posted 2 months ago

I am wanting to have my oven wall on/off switch moved by about one metre to allow for a splash back and also have a new power point installed in the kitchen.

General Electrical Porirua East, Porirua

No hot water

Posted 2 months ago

Urgent! Cylinder is cold. Might just need a new fuse. I pulled the one from the fuse box out and it looks like the photo so hoping it's that.

Hot Water Cylinders (Electrical) Papakowhai, Porirua

Light my Airstream

Posted 1 month ago

Refurbishing a 1976 Argosy Airstream Caravan. Some wiring in place so not a huge job but will need a person with vision and creativity

Electrical Renovations Porirua, Porirua

Extractor fans for bathrooms ( wall extractors)

Posted 3 months ago

extractor fans for bathrooms ( wall extractors) x 2

Extractor Fans Camborne, Porirua

Electricity out

Posted 4 weeks ago

Hi there, The electricity is out at one of our workers properties. 16 Mako View

Electrical Repairs Titahi Bay, Porirua

Conceal an outdoor white and switch

Posted 3 weeks ago

I have an outdoor electric power point that powers the Rinnai gas water heater. I have attached the photograph of the power point. I need to conceal the wire so my dog does not chew it. It can even be a meter box kind of an installation.

Switchboards Aotea, Porirua

Light Fittings

Posted 1 month ago

Hi there, we're updating our lights. I have 12 existing light fittings that need replacing with more modern fittings. All indoors. Keen to get the work done asap.

General Electrical Titahi Bay, Porirua

Spotlights keep blowing

Posted 1 week ago

We have two spotlights that point outside onto the bbq area where the spotlight bulbs keep blowing. They are operated from separate switches inside but the bulbs only last a couple of days. It’s been an ongoing issue since we brought the house from new 8 or so years ago. Our neighbour had a similar issue but had the electrician replace a dodgy transformer (or something). We also have a halogen bulb in the ceiling inside where the connection isn’t quite right.

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Tim Toomey Electrical

Joined June 2011

Combining experience, youth and enthusiasm to bring the best electrical service in wellington. Wellington's Professional Electricians contact us For all your Electrical services including but not limited to: Domestic and Commercial Electrician Services House Wiring, Rewiring and renovations Switchboard Upgrades Mains entry point repairs/Replacement All New Installations ...

Kinetic Electrical

Joined August 2018

Hi, I've been in the industry for the last 15 years and come from a commercial/domestic background. We pride our selves on quality and great service. We guarantee all of our work and happy to quote any job regardless of value. We are a start up company in Wellington and keen to build new customer relationships. Give us a call.

Sanjeev

Joined January 2016

Registered electrician with 25 year work experience .repair and install of lights power point hot water stove replaceing exiting light to led .hav also worked for HRV to so can install hrv ,general electical solution to ur house .

M10 Services Limited

Joined January 2019

Good day, We are an expanding company operating in the Wellington region for over 3 years, We manage new builds/ renovations working with a extended team of trusted and proven sub contractors to deliver projects start to completion. The team has a personal investment and do good attitude inside and outside of the work uniforms and hours. Our completed projects have been performance and quality...

Bramit Contracting

Joined March 2019

Bramit Contracting can supply to any of your needs. With three owners of which one is a builder, one is an electrician and one is a plumber, we can sort everything you need done for you, taking the stress away from the job and helping it to become a smooth, enjoyable process.

VElectrical

Joined March 2019

When you contact VElectrical, you can be sure your electrical project is in Good Hands. This is because I am a Registered Electrician whom have high standards of workmanship and I pay attention to details. I focus on ensuring maximum customer Satisfaction from high standard of work. No job too big or small. Prices are competitive I am flexible, honest, friendly and reliable as will work with...

Water and Gas Plumbing ltd

Joined April 2015

Water and Gas Plumbing LTD are one of the largest maintenance based plumbing companies in the Greater Wellington Area specializing in all aspects of plumbing, gas fitting, drain laying, roofing and building maintenance. We use the most advanced technology in the market to effectively diagnose problems quickly. Where required we can respond with the hour for emergency work, having completed over 7...

Hydro plumbing maintenance ltd

Joined April 2015

If it needs water you need us. From everyday plumbing issues to full bathroom or kitchen renovations to installing appliances. We have a wide range of product knowledge specialising in maintenance plumbing. We offer all gasfitting from servicing to installing new appliances. We cater for every budget, work with the other tradies to get your job done on time. PROBLEM SOLVED!

RAO Electrical

Joined October 2013

Hi, I am a registered electrician with a current practicing licence. During my 19 years of work in the electrical trade I have gained experience working in Industrial, commercial and domestic areas. For the last two and a half years I have been a stay at home dad. Recently my youngest started Kindy and with my oldest in school I now have some spare time. My family life is important to me so...

Dees Electrical

Joined April 2019

Hi I have been doing new houses and renovations for over 15 years now. While I specials in new builds I do smaller jobs from time to time. I also did a number if dental surgeries. My pricing is highly competitive , and will be willing to provide a certificate of compliance on completion of any project.

Blackfox electrical

Joined May 2018

Blackfox electrical can supply to all your electrical needs, no job too big or small. Experience in both domestic and commercial situations, always taking pride in the finished product. Check out our Facebook page!

The Electric Spider LTD

Joined February 2012

37 years in the Electrical Trade I've recently completed contracts in Housing New Zealand homes installing 2700 power points in existing homes; so I know my way around the nooks and crannies of most house styles to get your job done

aks solutions ltd

Joined March 2017

I have worked in the Electrical and Refrigeration Industry for 6 years and have achieved level 4 qualifications. I have sufficient knowledge of electrical and refrigeration legislation, codes, and standards of practice. I am experienced in installing, maintaining and testing electrical systems and equipment in domestic, commercial and industrial environments. Physically fit for demanding work and...

P R Plumbing & Gas

Joined October 2013

I've been Plumbing and Gasfitting since the 80s. I did my apprenticeship based in Mt. Victoria specialising in domestic maintenance and renovations - some serious challenges with those character homes!. Now based in the Northern Suburbs but working all over the greater Wellington area working with builders and other trades and directly with home owners. We also take on new builds and commerci...

Silver Fern Electrical

Joined May 2014

Hi, Im a registered electrician and have been working in the industry for more than 15 years. I would be happy to come and have a look at your job at a time that suits and provide you with a quote. Please check out my customer reviews.

Whittaker Electrical Limited

Joined January 2017

Highly experienced in all areas of residential and commercial electrical. New builds, design, renovations, high end to budget savvy. Make us the first choice for all your electrical work. www.whittakerelectrical.co.nz

Surge Life Electrical

Joined April 2018

Hi, I provide residential electrical services to the greater Wellington area. I pride myself in providing punctual, reliable and quality service. Surge Life Electrical specialises in all residential work, including: Heat pump, Smartvent and heat transfer installation/servicing Oven, Stove and Hob Repairs Hot water repairs - Elements, Thermostats and all associated wiring LED Lighting Upg...

Endeavour Electrical Services Ltd

Joined November 2017

Here at Endeavour Electrical Services we provide our customers with service that you deserve. We will do our absolute utmost to ensure that the work you have for us is completed with as much ease as possible for you. Our qualified Electricians have the knowledge to complete any task and solve practically any problem as quickly ,cost effectively and hassle free as possible, we even show up on time...

Brooks Refrigeration Services

Joined October 2017

Hi My Name is Adam Brooks I am a Wairarapa local and fully qualified refrigeration engineer, i install/service/repair all types of refrigeration, air conditioning, heatpumps and a small amount of Electrical work throughout the region and further afield as the jobs take me. I pride myself on communication and quality workmanship what ever the job, i like to look at every job as "if it was my ho...

Flex Electrical LTD

Joined December 2016

All Electrical Repairs & Wiring. Residential, Commercial & Industrial. Specialising in On and Off Grid solar Installations. Family owned and operated busniess servicing Wellington, Wairarapa and Kapiti regions. Reliable and on time with free competitive quotes. All work guaranteed, no job too big or small.

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