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How much will a bathroom renovation cost? Here’s five ways to save.

Wah

Jul 15
4 min

How much will a bathroom renovation cost? Here’s five ways to save.

Got the bathroom blues? Here's 5 money-saving ideas for your Auckland bathroom renovation.

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Building a minor dwelling could be easier than you think.

Wah

Jun 17
3 min

Building a minor dwelling could be easier than you think.

It’s now more straightforward under Auckland's Unitary Plan to add a second minor dwelling to your section. We share what you need to know.

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A guide to building new without the blues

Wah

Jun 17
4 min

A guide to building new without the blues

Avoid a painful budget blowout when building your new Auckland home. Apply this handy checklist.

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Don't be a renovation rookie. Classic mistakes to avoid.

Wah

Jun 17
3 min

Don't be a renovation rookie. Classic mistakes to avoid.

Doing an Auckland villa renovation? Or a bungalow alteration? Here’s six tips to help avoid common rookie mistakes.

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Is your wish list a new Auckland passive house?

Wah

Jun 17
2 min

Is your wish list a new Auckland passive house?

We love building passive houses so here’s the design ideas you need to consider.

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Renovating after Covid-19: How to boost resale value

Wah

Jun 17
3 min

Renovating after Covid-19: How to boost resale value

If you’re planning an Auckland villa or bungalow renovation, here's the six best ways to boost resale.

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Choosing the best builder. Here's a 6-step plan.

Wah

Jun 17
3 min

Choosing the best builder. Here's a 6-step plan.

Choosing a trusted Auckland builder will be one of the most important decisions you ever make. Get it right with our 6-step plan.

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