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Looking for a reliable handy person , who can help with digging, small retaining walls, building growing boxes and a chicken coop, repair the weather board and gutter etc,).
Read moreWe have a recently built up back yard which has been retained. We need someone to break up the dirt and smooth out in line with the natural incline. At the same time, rake out the top layer of rocks, and put them under the house. Then lay a layer of compost and flatten. And then a layer of top soil and flatten. Also need to dig a small trench and fill with topsoil so we can plant a hedge. The north fencline we would like a border of bark laid. All up, the site is about 70m2 (if I...
Read moreBack yard Project. We are looking at getting our back yard landscaped. The job would involve excavating fill and retaining to create three terraced areas. Then we want a concrete pad for an entertaining area and possibly a concrete path. Finally some fencing along the posts in the picture approx 20 meters in total. The backyard is 6m x 9m and the concrete pad would be around 30m2. We are looking to get this done asap.
Read moreWe have a fenced driveway that has foliage on it. It has become a bit overgrown and we would like someone to trim it back/ tidy it up to allow for better access. The driveway is about 30m or so. See photos attached.
Read morePlan to build a retaining wall to level our backyard and roll a new lawn.
Read moreRemove some asphalt and replace with paved walkway and grass. Also a fence and gates. (deck is under construction and not included in this job) We are away travelling in June so that would be the most ideal time. Property is in Khandallah with drive on access directly to the work-site area
Read moreWe have a steep hill on our property which has overgrown plants, weeds, bushes, trees etc. We need everything ripped up and taken away.
Read moreA new fence has been built above an existing retaining wall behind our garage, part of which is not doing it's job of holding up the bank . We'd like a fix that works bit isn't expensive - doesn't have to be pretty!
Read moreHi there, we have a steep backyard with long overgrown terrace garden beds. We'd like to upgrade that area and make it easier accessible, new stairs to get there, have a little deck/platform to sit, fence ... As mentioned, steep and not easy access. There is no urgency to get this done, but we'd like to finish this around October 2019. Looking forward to hear from you. Thanks, Wibke
Read moreWe'd like 2 retaining walls built with terraces in between. Area is between the house wall and concrete access stairs to the house, approximately 8-9m2 foot print (see photo). Would want to match the block work that is already in place. I think we need 2 terraces/2 walls. Require work to be completed by mid June if possible. Thanks.
Read moreWe did some works around the house. As a result some areas are required to be paved. It's a tidy up job.
Read moreHi there, we have a steep backyard with long overgrown terrace garden beds. We'd like to upgrade that area and make it easier accessible, have a little platform to sit ... As mentioned, steep and not easy access. Looking forward to hear from you. Thanks, Wibke
Read moreAn existing, short, cement block retaining wall to be removed and a new, longer wall to be installed. The height will need to go from about 600mm to a height of 1500mm then tappering back to around 1200mm. Total length of approximately 13 meters. We are happy to be guided on what the appropriate materials are but we're thinking timber at this stage. The wall is on the road side of the berm.
Read moreWe need a courtyard area of 2.2 x 5.5m paved with 600 x 600 x 50 pavers. Pavers on site and are ready to be laid. May require cutting. Bare ground with easy access. Also 1.2 x 4m area to be paved.
Read moreBreak out existing concrete, level surface for pavers. Install new paved surface and washing line
Read moreFront garden wall/gate They are old and leaning on one side Total approx estimated 10m length and 0.8m height (including picket fence, gate). I can show around today as I finished work early and I prefer to meet you in person, but willing to also consider if you came by when I’m not in as it is accessible easily from the pedestrian path.
Read moreBuild SOLID roadside fence 1m-1.2m high, with concreted in Steel eye-beams, & railway sleepers slotted in & secured with Stainless-steel coach bolts. Safety is priority. Then build retaining wall for Low-level vegetation garden area above house. Sun & Light getting into house is priority.
Read moreHi there, We are looking for experience landscaper. We have section at the back of the house. Currently needs tidy up and we have some ideas that you can help us bring to life.
Read moreOur wooden deck railings have rotted and need to be replaced. Outdoor wooden steps (around 30 steps, main access to house) are also in poor condition and need to be repaired or replaced.
Read moreMy outside steps are built of concrete blocks and terracotta tiles. Several of the blocks have come loose or are sinking. The steps need to be made safe.
Read moreHi. We are in the consent phase of a owner-builder new build and we’d like to start lining up contractors for the work we can’t do ourselves. We are looking for: Someone to lay our concrete foundations. Someone to build our wooden retaining walls Someone to build our blockwork retaining and vehicle access way. We can provide the consent and engineering documents. The site is flat. Site visits can be arranged. Note the photo was taken during clearance of the building that used t...
Read morePut up a framed trellis , 240 x 120 on 2 supports ,as a garden screen. The area is quite root bound so we need help with the post holes and also digging holes for a hedge in front - 12 to 15 plants Work to begin after Easter .
Read moreNeed a 2 step retaining wall built to tidy up a weedy bank (if it's kosher to do it this way without a permit) so will result in 2 x approx. 1m high walls. Sited below a sleepout, Difficult access for machinery as only 1.5m wide path to rear of property. Tenanted/rental property. Get in touch and I can give out an address for you to go and check it out.
Read morePond had rock wall with water for fountain within. Could be partially blocked. Need fountain to flow. Pipe or valve the problem? May need plumber?
Read moreNew house requires landscaping. We need design and build landscaping services.
Read moreWe have some large old trees that need to be replaced as too large. A small retaining wall could be built and new plantings to form some of view to the house but also to ensure some privacy. We are looking for quotes to get the work done The attached photos are 1. of road to house. 2 house to road ( trees) 3 path from house 4 house
Read moreHi, I've got a flat back yard at the bottom of a bank, the soil is mostly clay and it gets boggy and wet in winter. I am wanting to have it well draining so that I can plant trees along the back without them having wet feet. There is already a very slight ditch along the bottom of the bank, it looks like some might have had a go at fixing the drainage previously. I am interested in solutions any landscapers might have. I had considered a french drain might be the best approach. We are...
Read moreI need to make a drive way so their for needs 4 to 5 hours of job .landscaping. as soon as possible. It in tawa Wellington.
Read moreI need a repair or replacement of a post and corrugated iron retaining wall. Approx 1metre high. I.e no consent needed?
Read moreA small section of courtyard needs to be paved in bricks and a small wall fixed up.
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