Whangarei's growing construction market is driven by lifestyle migration and holiday home development across Northland. The marine and boat-building heritage gives Whangarei tradespeople excellent skills in precision craftsmanship. Here's what builders charge in Whangarei in 2026.
Whangarei Builder Rates 2026
| Service | Whangarei typical cost |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $92–$162/hr |
| Call-out / minimum charge | $68–$148 |
| New home build (per m², turnkey) | $2,800–$4,600/m² |
| Extension (per m²) | $2,400–$4,300/m² |
| Major renovation | $85,000–$320,000+ |
| Bathroom renovation (complete) | $13,000–$38,000 |
| Kitchen renovation (complete) | $15,000–$52,000 |
| Deck construction (per m²) | $1,400–$2,900/m² |
| Building inspection pre-purchase | $380–$850 |
All prices GST inclusive. Broadly regional, tradies in demand due to distance from auckland.
Whangarei Building Market
Whangarei's growing construction market is driven by lifestyle migration and holiday home development across Northland. The marine and boat-building heritage gives Whangarei tradespeople excellent skills in precision craftsmanship. Whangarei tradies serve a wide geographic area including the Kaipara and Bay of Islands — book early as good operators fill their books quickly.
Licensed Building Practitioners (LBP) in Whangarei
Restricted building work — structural framing, weathertightness, foundations — must be done by an LBP. Verify at lbp.govt.nz before signing any contract.
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How much does a builder cost in Whangarei? Hourly rate: $92–$162/hr. New build: $2,800–$4,600/m². Major renovation: $85,000–$320,000+.
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