FAQs
Your questions answered about Straight Up Builders Tauranga and our building services in Tauranga and surrounding areas.
What areas do you service?
Straight Up Builders Tauranga offers building services in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Pāpāmoa, Katikati, Te Puke, Maketū, Pukehina, Ōmokoroa, Minden, Te Puna, Oropi, Whakamārama, and most of the Bay of Plenty.
What types of building projects do you specialise in?
Straight Up Builders Tauranga specialise in full home renovations, new builds, home extensions, and joinery installation, building new decks, kitchen remodelling, smaller home renovation improvements, small-business commercial fit outs and general building services.
Do you offer free consultations or site visits?
Yes, we're happy to discuss your project and visit your site. For larger projects, we can recommend an architect or work with your plans if they have already been finalised.
How do I start a building project with Straight Up Builders Tauranga?
Contact us to arrange a meeting. Call Garret on 027 656 0026 or complete our website enquiry form.
Do I need council consent for my renovation or extension?
Some projects require council consent. We'll advise you on what's needed for your specific job.
Can you help with design and planning?
We work with trusted architects and can recommend professionals to design and create plans for larger projects. For smaller projects that do not require council consent, we can work with you to design and plan what you need.
How long does a renovation or new build usually take?
Home renovations can vary depending on the scope of the project, but we'll give you a clear estimate before work begins. Most new builds take 6–10 months, depending on size and complexity.
Do you work with specific architects, or can I use my own?
We collaborate with several local architects, but are happy to work with your chosen architectural designer or council approved house plans.
What is your quoting process?
After an initial discussion, we'll visit your site, review your plans, and provide a detailed quote or estimate with a charge-up rate.
Do you take on small jobs, like decks or joinery installation?
Yes, we handle both large and small projects, including decks, joinery, and minor renovations.
Are you Licensed Building Practitioners and NZCB members?
Yes, our team includes Licensed Building Practitioners (LBP) and New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB).
What guarantees or warranties do you offer?
We offer the Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee as an optional extra for your peace of mind and confidence in our work.
What is the Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee?
Halo is a 10-year guarantee covering residential building work, available only through New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB). We can include it as an option for your project.
Can I see examples of your previous building work?
Yes, you can view our Projects page or ask us for examples of completed builds and renovations.
How soon can you start my project?
Start times depend on our current schedule and the scope of your project. Contact us to find out our current availability.
What should I prepare before contacting you?
Think about the outcomes for your project, the scope of work you'd like us to complete, your budget, and any plans or ideas you have. We'll help guide you from there.
How do you handle unexpected issues or changes during a project?
We communicate openly and work with you to find practical solutions if anything unexpected comes up.
What sets Straight Up Builders Tauranga apart from other builders?
We focus on straightforward, honest advice, quality work, and strong client relationships. Most of our work comes from referrals and repeat clients.
How do I contact you for a building enquiry?
Call Garret on 027 656 0026 or complete our website enquiry form.
Can you help with building consent and council paperwork?
Yes, we can guide you through the building consent process and discuss council requirements.
Do you offer fixed-price contracts or charge-up rates?
We offer both options, depending on the project and your preference.
What happens if I want to make changes during the build?
We're flexible and will discuss any changes with you, including how they may affect the timeline or cost.
Do you provide maintenance or follow-up after the build is complete?
We're happy to help with future work or maintenance and value ongoing relationships with our clients.
Can you work on upgrades to investment or rental properties?
Yes, we regularly complete upgrades and renovations for rental properties and investment homes to maintain them or bring them up to compliance with Healthy Homes Standards.
Do you offer commercial building or fit-out services?
Yes, we can help with small-business commercial fitouts and light commercial projects.
Contact us for more information
If you're looking a building company in Tauranga with a team who values quality and takes the time to understand what matters to you, call us on 027 656 0026 or make an enquiry below.