Attempting Your First Reno?
Making “Tidy” the New “Wow” Factor!
Diving into a home renovation can be a rollercoaster! Whether you’re a hands-on DIYer who needs a bit of expert guidance via our guide below or if you’re looking for a specialist to take the reins, we’ve got your back.
We’ve put together a STEP-BY-STEP SHORT GUIDE packed with professional tips and guidance to help you navigate your project with confidence.
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Project Spotlight
East Auckland
Full Reno Update
We are getting so close to the final reveal!
Momentum is building on our major Full Home Renovation over in East Auckland. Because this home features four bathrooms in total, we specifically fast-tracked that first space. This strategic project management meant our clients had a fully functional, beautiful bathroom to use comfortably while we tackled the rest of the house!
Here is a look at what the team is working on right now:
Exterior Progress
The upstairs loft is almost complete! The new window has been seamlessly installed into the fresh weatherboards, and the roof sheeting is officially up in this area. The weatherboard replacement on the front of the home is also coming along beautifully. (Take a look at the photos below to see the incredible before-and-after weatherboard transformation!)
Interior Momentum
We are moving fast on the inside! The insulation is in, the GIB is up in several zones, and our team has started the meticulous process of filling gaps and sanding to prep for painting. Bathroom number two is also nearing completion, and we cannot wait to show you the stunning tapware and finishes the client has chosen.
The Retro Insight:
Leaving Room for Perfection
This is arguably the most thrilling stage of the build for our clients. While all the big decisions and budget planning are handled right at the beginning, we know that renovating a dream home is an evolving process. On large projects like this, we always allow space for our clients to make final detail decisions or request small changes, ensuring the end result is absolutely perfect.
Are your home’s weatherboards failing, or has your interior reached the end of its lifetime?
We can help you bring your property back to life.
Retro Construction Ltd – Traditional Experience / Modern Style
From the Toolbox: Tip of the Quarter
By starting the Architectural Drawings, Council Process, and Onsite Meetings now, you avoid the “Spring Rush.”
This ensures that by the time the weather clears, your materials are locked in (avoiding lead-time headaches) and your build is ready to break ground.
Use the winter months to utilise our Turnkey Package planning. Utilise our Free Build Plan Checklist so you’re ahead of the game. Read all about it so you understand how it works.
Did You Know?
A safe site is a productive site!
“Our Health & Safety process isn’t just a box-tick; it’s how we protect your home and our team.”
At Retro Construction, we understand that having builders at your house can feel disruptive. That is why maintaining a tidy, securely fenced, and highly organised job site is an absolute priority for us.
When we educate our clients about transparent “Preliminaries & General (P&G)” costs, this is exactly what those funds go towards. Proper site establishment, which includes temporary fencing, safety signage, and rigorous Health & Safety management, ensures your project strictly complies with the HSWA 2015 and runs efficiently without unexpected delays. Just last week we had our advisors onsite not to determine if we met the mark, but what we could do to make it even better!
We treat your property with the utmost respect.
It is why our clients consistently highlight our punctuality, attention to detail, and our commitment to a thorough clean-up after the job is well done.
We’re adding some genuinely helpful features to our website, and the best part is that we are not even done yet!
Ready to build?
Find the “Book a Consultation” button on the Homepage, or navigate to the Contact Us page and complete the Free Build Checklist. With our in-house estimator, we ensure you get a professional and detailed quotation right from the start. (See this feature soon under the estimator tab).
Have more questions you’d like answered before we meet?
We’ve also updated our resources!
You can now easily access our comprehensive Q&A section or find crucial topics like Contract Works Insurance and Preliminaries (P&G) costs on our Home Page, ensuring you are fully informed before your project even starts!
Finally, looking for a new career in Construction?
This long-anticipated section is now active!
Whether you’re a client, a supplier, or just love us so much that you want to be a colleague, there is a space for everyone on our website!
WIN A DESIGN CONSULTATION:
ONE SPOT ONLY, WORTH $1000
We’re covering the entire cost for ONE lucky client who is currently in (or about to enter) a Preliminary Agreement with Retro Construction.
What you get, completely complimentary:
✓ 3 Private consultations with THREE professionalS
✓ Exclusive access to thousands of products
✓ Receive samples to take home
✓ Expert guidance on materials & finishes BEFORE your build even starts
✓ Additional support from our office at these meetings and afterwards
✓ A booked slot meaning limited feet in the Showroom for you to explore better
✓ Avoid long lead-time headaches, lock in better pricing, and keep your project running smoothly from day one.
Only ONE client will receive this fully-covered session. Everyone else can still book the same experience through us at the heavily discounted and negotiated rate of $335, worth over $1000.
Want it to be YOU? Drop us an email here: info@retroconstruction.co.nz
Here’s an example of a previous offer, kindly note that the offer has changed as per the details above as this event is also now passed. The new offer does not have an event date as it will be customised as per the clients need.
More information & Terms here.
Clients – Track Your Job with Buildxact
In our last Newsletter we introduced our new portal. This link is now on our website under the “Portal” heading/tab, making it even easier for our clients! Also, here is the information again on how to access and use it:
We will send you an invite wherein you can create an account. You can then go to the portal login page: Navigate to https://retroconstruction.co.nz/ then click the portal link in the menu. Access the project portal: Once logged in, you will be able to view shared documents, communicate, and access all project information in one place.
Book Early
Friendly reminder to schedule work or consultations in advance. We are currently fully booked with projects up to end of the year, but are able to add more teams if you want to complete your project this year!
Looking to renovate? Now’s the time to book a site meeting or planning session.
Call 09 532 8484
Email: info@retroconstruction.co.nz
