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The 7 best builders in Christchurch
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Choosing the right builder is critical for your Christchurch project. To ensure success, provide a detailed brief to get fixed price quotes rather than estimates, helping to avoid budget blowouts from PC sum items.
This guide lists top-rated builders like RM Homes (turnkey packages) and Zen Builders (renovations).
Always compare at least three quotes, have a lawyer review the contract, and secretly keep a 10-15% contingency fund to cover any unexpected costs during the build.
Everything you need to know before getting a quote
Your choice of builder is one of the most important parts of any project
The best builders in Christchurch
1. RM Homes Canterbury - 5.0 / 46 reviews
2. Zen Builders - 5 stars / 44 reviews
3. Harris Builders - 5 stars / 28 reviews
4. Rise Residential - 5 stars / 25 reviews
5. Fortified Homes- 5 stars / 25 reviews
6. Oakridge Homes - 5 stars / 25 reviews
7. DJ Hewitt Builders - 5 stars / 23 reviews
Good builder = good results
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