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About Dave & Save
Rates from $56/hour
(Minimum 4-hour charge)
At Dave & Save, we believe in Fixing It Right and Saving It Tight. I’m Dave, a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) who has lived in the St Martins area for over 36 years. With years of experience in construction, renovations, and property maintenance, I take pride in providing honest, reliable workmanship at fair prices.
As a local owner-operator, I personally oversee every job from start to finish. Whether it’s a small repair, deck, pergola, weatherboard replacement, kitchen upgrade, or general property maintenance, my focus is on quality work, clear communication, and practical solutions that last.
Being local means I value my reputation in the community. I treat every property as if it were my own and aim to leave every customer confident they’ve received excellent value for money.
I also work alongside trusted local trades when required, including my plumber neighbour, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
Why Choose Dave & Save?
✔ Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)
✔ Over 36 years living and working in the local community
✔ Rates from $56/hour (minimum 4-hour charge)
✔ Free, no-obligation quotes
✔ Reliable and honest service
✔ Quality workmanship with attention to detail
✔ Residential and commercial maintenance
✔ Practical, cost-effective solutions
✔ Direct communication with the person doing the work
Attention to Detail
Quality is in the finishing. Whether installing decking, repairing weatherboards, or completing renovation work, I focus on the details that make a job last and look professional. I believe in doing the work properly the first time rather than cutting corners.
Workmanship You Can Trust
All residential building work is protected by the consumer protections and implied warranties provided under New Zealand building legislation. As an LBP, I take responsibility for delivering workmanship that meets industry standards and provides lasting value for homeowners.
Dave & Save — Fix It Right, Save It Tight.
Local. Reliable. Done right the first time.
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Mitchell Cairns
Quick and professional builder. Easy to work With and completed the job next day to a high standard.
Nadine Brens
Good workmanship and attention to detail. Zero hassle and good communication. Dave went the extra mile to sort some product errors for the job. Appreciate your work.
Hugo Gozdzikowski
Saved. Thank Dave
Nadia McLauchlan
Dave was great to deal with and happy to come look at the job at short notice. My job was better suited to an electrician so he referred me on accordingly
Max Nightingale
Very responsive and completed the work perfectly, highly recommend.
SDH visa New Zealand
We had David patch an open doorway and build a pergola for us, and we’re happy with his work. He made the patched area look seamless — you’d never know there was once a doorway there! The pergola also turned out great. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled builder.
