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We're local builders who believe the experience should feel just as good as the finished result. Honest advice, great communication, and workmanship we're proud to put our name on.

Building with heart
in the Wairarapa

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We're local builders who believe the experience should feel just as good as the finished result. Honest advice, great communication, and workmanship we're proud to put our name on.

WAIRARAPA BASED

Building with heart
in the Wairarapa

You'll be in the loop

You'll always know what's
happening, what's next.

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Transparent quotes and
realistic timelines.

Craftsmanship You Can Trust

Reliable workmanship with
genuine care for your home.

WHY US

You're In
Good Hands

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "Completed to Perfection"

    Angus was one of two extremely talented builders who completed a massive renovation project on our home in the French Alps, France. Angus always approached every aspect of the job with a can do positive attitude and there was no problem he couldn’t solve! He was extremely obliging and clever, gave great advice and was incredibly practical and hardworking in his approach. Every inch of the job was completed to perfection and within the tight 4 week timeframe allowed. The local French and English tradespeople were left in awe of what Angus and his friend Ethan were able to achieve in such a short period of time and to such an extremely high standard. We cannot recommend Angus more highly. We’d have him back in a heartbeat.

    Kath E – French Alps Renovation

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "Saving Money Without Compromising the End Result"

    Angus was a key member of the building team that worked on the renovation of my 1950s Home. He was an absolutely legend through the Reno journey, helping me navigate the inevitable challenges (and boy were there some).

    Great communication and collaboration style, he made me feel like part of the team. Angus helped come up with ways to save money and reduced wastage without compromising the end result. I am stoked with the finished product and love my new home. The compliments it receives are just a bonus. Highly recommend Angus for your next project you won’t regret it.

    Deb – 1950s House Renovation, Masterton

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "Attention To Detail Superb"

    Angus is great to work with. His attention to detail superb. Tidy and efficient meeting all the timelines we had for the renovation of a farm cottage last year. He’s got superb practical ideas which was super helpful. We currently have him booked to install a new kitchen and bathroom in another farm cottage. Looking forward to working with him again on this.

    "Attention to
    Detail Superb"

    Paula & Tundy – Farm Cottage Renovation, Masterton

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "Resourceful,
    Outside-the-Box Thinking"

    "Resourceful,
    Outside-the-Box Thinking"

    Angus stuck to the agreed budget and delivered an excellent result. He gave me clear options throughout the process and had a strong vision for the project, which really showed in the final outcome. I was genuinely impressed with the quality of work and his resourceful, outside-the-box thinking. He never tried to upsell me into high-end products I didn’t want, just focused on practical solutions and completing the repairs exactly as requested.

    Louis H - 1920s Villa Maintenance

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "We Would Not Hesitate to Recommend Him"

    "We Would Not Hesitate to Recommend Him"

    Angus Petrie helped us with the construction of a 20m timber retaining wall at our property in Martinborough. He was hardworking, diligent, polite and respectful. He had good practical ideas and was very receptive to our suggestions. We would not hesitate to recommend him. We are engaging him and another young qualified builder to undertake a cottage extension/veranda project we are embarking on in the next few months.

    Charlie C – Timber Retaining Wall, Martinborough

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "Prompt, Friendly and Fast"

    "Prompt, Friendly and Fast"

    Wonderful to have our own builder in Featherston! Angus is prompt, friendly and fast and no job is too small. It is reassuring to know one can ring for help with the little adjustments (extra handrails;  new steps, lowering shelves and cloak racks) that make life for the elderly more convenient. Angus is full of practical suggestions and is able to look at things from a creative perspective. It  gives the concepts of ageing-in-place and sheltering-in-place a whole new meaning. Angus has done many jobs for us over the years and will hopefully do many more!

    Ankie Hoogvelt - Ageing In Place, Featherston

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "A Very Skilled Builder"

    We have hired Angus to renovate our busy boarding kennels over an ongoing period of time. The job comes with specific requirements and takes place in a unique environment. Angus is a very skilled builder who is providing fantastic results within our budget. He goes about his work with a spring in his step and is a genuinely nice guy to have on site. Highly recommend.

    "A Very Skilled Builder"

    Sam - Orton Lodge Boarding Kennels & Cattery, Featherston

  • WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

    "Excellent Quality Workmanship"

    Angus was awesome to deal with. Professional, reliable and excellent quality workmanship. Appreciated his patience as we played around with design ideas and his ability to plan ahead to bring our ideas to life. Recommend to everyone looking for a solid and very reasonably priced builder. Look forward to engaging Angus on future work.

    "Excellent Quality Workmanship"

    Caleb - Renovations, Featherston

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Angus has worked on everything from 1890s villa restorations to French Alps renovations, farm cottages to new builds. What stays the same in every job is the care he brings to it.

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Before moving fully into building, Angus worked on his Wairarapa family farm, where he developed the practical, can-do “farmer fix-it” attitude he’s known for today, the kind that finds a way to make things work, no matter the challenge.

 

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Alongside building, Angus also spent time studying psychology, something that shaped the way he works with people just as much as the way he builds. He understands that having work done on your home can feel stressful and overwhelming at times, which is why communication, honesty, and making clients feel comfortable are such a big part of how he works. 

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"No problem he couldn’t solve!" - Kath E

MEET ANGUS

The Builder
Behind
The Business

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Renovations & Alterations

Decks, Fences &

Outdoor Projects

Odd Jobs  & Handyman

WHAT WE BUILD

Angus grew up on a farm and knows what rural properties need. From sheds and fences to repairs and renovations.

Got jobs around the house you keep putting off? Let's get them done, no job

too small.

New homes built with care, clear communication and attention to the detail.

New Builds

New Builds

Rural Properties

Ageing In Place

Small changes to your home that make a big difference, handrails, ramps, access improvements and more.

Rural Properties

From Exciting Projects To Small Jobs

Decks, fences and outdoor spaces built properly.

Whether it's a villa, cottage or farmhouse, we love bringing older homes back to life while preserving their character.

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Real Homes, Around
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OUR PROJECTS

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OUR PROJECT

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