Getting a Gate Installed?
Here’s What Actually Happens
A new gate changes how your property looks and works from day one. It adds security, privacy, and kerb appeal, and for a lot of Christchurch and Auckland homeowners, it's the finishing touch on a fence line or driveway that's been on the to-do list for years.
If you've never had a gate installed before, the process can feel like a mystery. Here's what to expect from first call to final walk-through, so you know...
Salt, sun and frost: how COLORSTEEL
handles New Zealand’s climates
Your garage door is one of the largest surfaces on the front of your house. It sits out in the weather every day, all...
Allowances vs actuals: Pricing garage
doors and gates accurately
Allowances vs actuals: pricing garage doors and gates that holds up at final account
Every QS knows the moment. The...
Electric Gate or Manual? Which Is Right for You
Electric Gate or Manual: Which One Is Right for Your Property?
Standing in the rain, handbrake on, getting out to...
Insulating your garage: what actually works
A cold garage in a Canterbury winter is no fun. Neither is an Auckland garage that turns into an oven over summer, or...
Is Your Gate Ready for Winter?
Here's What to Check Before the Cold Hits
Winter in New Zealand does not get enough credit for the damage it causes...
Why garage door maintenance
matters more than homeowners realise
It Needs More Attention Than You Think
Most homeowners do not think about their garage door until it stops working....
Steel, timber or aluminium
fencing: a specifier’s guide
A Specifier's Guide
Choosing the wrong fencing material on a new build or development is the kind of...
Garage door options for new builds:
what to spec and why
Speccing a garage door on a new build? Here’s what actually matters.
Garage doors get left to the end of the...
Cheap Garage Door vs Quality Garage Door
Cheap Garage Door vs Quality Garage Door: What Are You Actually Paying For?
A garage door is one of the largest...
Why is my garage door noisy?
A garage door that suddenly starts groaning, rattling, or squealing is not something to ignore. Noise is how a garage...
How much can I expect to pay for a Garage Door?
If you’re planning to replace or install a new garage door, one of the first questions most homeowners ask...
How to Select the Perfect Garage Door
Choosing the right garage door is about more than just functionality – it’s a key part of your home’s look,...
Turning Your Garage into a Man Cave: Make the Most of Your Space
Got a garage that’s become more of a storage shed than a useful space? Why not transform it into the ultimate man...