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House Foundations - The Pros & Cons of 3 Different Types

Posted 04/03/15

When you’re building a house you start from the ground up, meaning the foundations are the first job undertaken. We take a look at three different types of foundations... There are 3 types of foundations to choose from. You choices depend on the type of home you are building and where you

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

Piling and Foundation Contractors - what do they do?

Posted 05/11/10

A 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.

House Foundations - The Pros & Cons of 3 Different Types

Posted 04/03/15

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying an Old House

Posted 08/04/14

Piling and Foundation Contractors - what do they do?

Posted 05/11/10

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Nirvana and Murray

Posted 1 year ago

Foundation (piling), build a three-bedroom house with a garage or carport

Piling Charteris Bay, Banks Peninsula

New house

Posted 2 years ago

Trying to decide between a piled foundation and a concrete slab. New build in Diamond Harbour, Christchurch. I would like to use the concrete slab as thermal mass to store warmth, if possible but want to see the costs vs the cost of pile (proposed by our builder).

Piling Diamond Harbour, Banks Peninsula

Eqc quote foundation repair

Posted 3 years ago

looking for a quotes for some eqc repair work house requires re levelling a foundation crack repairing , some doors replacing and allowances made for consequential damages and a few other jobs I have a scope of works from an engineer

Relevelling Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Relocate sleepout

Posted 5 years ago

Hi I have a 10m2 relocatable sleepout at Little River which has as foundations posts. I have a section in Birdlings Flat and I want to relocate the sleep out to the section before selling my house in Little River. So the job would be to reset foundations at Birdlings flat and I also need to get it transported. many thanks

Piling Little River, Banks Peninsula

Rebecca Macdonald

Posted 2 years ago

Birdlings flat house. 115sqm. Uneven, bouncy floors. Need the piles re adjusted. A quote will be required. Registered Builder.

Piling Little River, Banks Peninsula

Port view villa foundations

Posted 4 years ago

The piles of our 160m2 villa need attention, they are Totora and some have deteriorated. We would like to have some visit to assist how many need to be replied and how much work is needed to relevel the villa.

Piling Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Foundation Check - Licenced Building Practitioner

Posted 2 years ago

Licenced Building Practitioner required for under house pile and supporting infrastructure check and quote for costs - this is to complement a home inspection that has been carried out to a property that requires more investigation to piles/bearer packing etc.

Piling Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Pile foundation for house

Posted 4 years ago

Hi there we looking to find someone who would be interested in doing our pile foundation for our house

Piling Birdlings Flat, Banks Peninsula

Replace ring foundation

Posted 2 years ago

Hi team I have an earthquake damages 1925 timber house on ring foundation in Lyttelton Looking for someone who can: Replace approx 46 lm of ring foundation Re level house Plastering and installation of vents on new replacement ring foundation Removal and replacement (with strand board) of 95,2 of flooring and subfloor framing to allow access area due to insufficient crawl space Replace of all stone piles Replacement of longer piles at south side including bracing Engineerings PS 1-4 R...

Piling Lyttelton, Banks Peninsula

Piles/Bearer remediation work under existing garage site.

Posted 1 year ago

Hi - I'm looking for a quote to fix a broken bearer and piles under an existing garage site - red arrow indicates most damaged section (excuse the photos, shout and i can take more)

Piling Lyttelton, 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.

SGA Builders Ltd

Joined July 2021

Hi we've been building new houses and renovating old ones for the last 16 years. while we specialise in a new builds and renovations we also do smaller jobs from time to time. We are professional and work hard to meet deadlines for the project completion. We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and then completing jobs on time and budget.

Alpine Ridge Construction

Joined March 2015

Hi I a fully qualified and licensed builder, I specialize in New Houses Fencing, Decks, and sheds I am very efficient, do not cut corners, and take great pride in my work

Firth landscape construction

Joined March 2017

For all your landscaping/construction needs call firth landscape construction free quotes, professional work done to high standards very competitive quotes...we do it all, landscaping renovations tiling, laminate flooring concreting asphalting. We have high standards and we know you'll be happy.

Ben Dykstra

Joined November 2009

Born, raised and living in Canterbury. Residential Builder for 25ears. Trade & LBP Qualified. Honest reliable and hold a Very High Standard of Workmanship.

PJR Construction

Joined August 2019

Fully qualified and licensed builder with 16+ years experience. Spent the last 5 years specializing in cladding and window installation. Happy to take on any building work and have many contacts for other tradies if needed. Hit me up for a quote. I will do my best to keep it reasonable.

Otautahi Builders Ltd

Joined July 2016

Hi, 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

Geotest Group Limited

Joined June 2019

Geotest Group Ltd has decades of experience in Geotechnical and Structural Engineering in NZ , we have since expanded our service areas including Auckland wide, Christchurch , Hamilton, Waikato and Rotorua . We provide services to house owners, investors, local councils, civil contractors, developers, Architects and Structural Engineers.

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...

Erne construction Ltd

Joined September 2015

Erne construction Ltd based in Christchurch. Working in the greater Canterbury region and South Island. Specialising In Architectural homes, Renovations, Alterations, EQR and commercial. For a Quote please contact Stephen ... ...

Mark Smith Builders

Joined February 2012

Mark Smith Builders established in 2009, with 13 years experience we specialise in all aspects of residential buildings, architectural homes, hill sites, alterations and repair work. Mark has developed strong relationships with the people of Canterbury helping with the Christchurch rebuild. As a licensed building practitioner (LBP) you can rest assure your home is getting built by a qualified bu...

Precise Building Solutions Ltd

Joined January 2019

With seven years experience working hands on in the field of earthquake repairs to foundations of all types including -Type A ( timber floor with piles only) - Type B ( timber floor with piles and perimeter foundation) - Type C (concrete slab-on-grade) Precise Building Solutions Ltd is offering the wider Canterbury community a complete repair...

Strathclyde

Joined July 2014

Established in July 2014, TC Groundworks Ltd Trading As Strathclyde is a civil construction company based in Christchurch, NZ. We are a family run business who have been steadily growing based off our budding reputation. Our employees are generally multi-disciplinary, which gives our business a great versatility in the work we can undertake. Please see our What We Do pages on our website, www. ......

FM Construction NZ Limited

Joined March 2021

Hi all! I am a local LBP builder with 10+ years experience. I am capable of any size job big or small. I take pride in working hard and efficiently and I complete all work to a high standard, ensuring that my clients are happy throughout the process. I am happy to provide advice on renovation ideas and mostly have experience in the following areas: - New builds - Renovations - Foundations inc...

PD Arthur Builders Limited

Joined January 2019

I am a qualified, certified licensed builder with 30+ years experience building houses/over 60's units, alterations and general building works. EQC and insurance work are also areas of expertise along with driveways, paths and re-roofs.

Jellis construction

Joined November 2015

I take a lot of pride in my work I have been building for 8 years now and am a licensed building practitioner. Have done work with architectural new builds, spec homes, earthquake repairs and big renovation jobs and have acquired a wide skill set from these. Happy to come and give a free quote and havnt had a job go over budget so far look forward to doing some quality work for you

Canterbury Renovations Ltd

Joined September 2014

Hi there we are a team of skilled qualified professionals with over 30 yrs experience in the building industry specializing in renovations and alterations. We can organize all areas of your project including any sub trades that you may need (painters,plumbers,sparky etc) Insurance work, EQC repairs,decks,renovations are new builds we can make it right. Members of Certified Builders Association

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 . I like to get an idea what you’d like to spend before ar...

Core Civil Solutions nz Limited

Joined December 2019

Hi, we have been involved in the rebuild of Christchurch for over 7 years. We have experienced LBP builders and able to do a wide range of building works and construction. We are specialist in foundation re-level works and retaining walls, Our team are able to provide a solution that works for you. Please look at our web site for more information. ...

FIRTH HOMES LTD

Joined August 2013

Building, Renovating, Landscaping and Project management. Over 18 years experience. We have simple, practical solutions that are affordable with a 10 year guaranteed quality finish. Work with clients to meet there fixed budgets. Assist with specific requirements, advice and direction from concept and design to completion. All work performed or supervised by licensed Tradesmen. H...

Baseline Concrete and insulation

Joined January 2018

At Baseline Concrete we specialize in all aspects of Concrete. From house slabs to driveways, terraces and many more. We are very professional and work hard to meet deadlines for project completion. We pride ourselves on providing competitive quotes and completing jobs on budget. We are also have a home insulation business that we run specializing in making homes warmer and meeting the Nz stan...

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