connectCost guide

What does builders cost?

NZ, incl. GST · updated 2 November 2026

Typical renovation or extension

$35,000

Most jobs land between $5,000 and $150,000.

BallparkNZ 2026 ballpark. Real Connect quotes take over once there are enough.

An estimate for planning, not a quote.

People use Connect for renovations, extensions, bathrooms, kitchens, decks, re-cladding and new builds.

What drives the price

Scope, structural work, consents and engineering, finish level, and how much other trades are involved. Bathrooms and kitchens are the common mid-range jobs.

Example jobs

Bathroom renovation$25,000–$45,000
Kitchen renovation (building work)$20,000–$50,000
Single-room extension, 20 m²$80,000–$140,000

Example totals are typical NZ ranges incl. GST.

Want real numbers for your job?

Post it once, free. Vetted local builders tradies quote it within 72 hours and there is no obligation.

Post a job — free

Got quotes already? Read how to compare tradie quotes before you pick one.

Questions

How much does builders cost in NZ?

A typical renovation or extension is around $35,000 incl. GST, with most jobs between $5,000 and $150,000. Scope, structural work, consents and engineering, finish level, and how much other trades are involved. Bathrooms and kitchens are the common mid-range jobs.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate based on NZ ballparks to help you plan. Post the job on Connect and vetted local tradies will quote your actual job, free.

Why do quotes for the same job vary so much?

Because tradies often quote slightly different jobs. Connect writes one scope with you first so every quote is for the same work and you can compare them properly.

Prices on this page are estimates incl. GST for a typical residential job in NZ and will vary by site, access, materials and season. They are not a quote.

Other trades

Water Blasting · Lawn Mowing · Decking · Roofing · Painting · Plumbing · All trades