Canonical URL: https://buildandfix.co.nz/

Meta title: BuildAndFix — Find Trusted Builders & Tradies in New Zealand | Verified NZ Tradespeople

Meta description: BuildAndFix is New Zealand's trusted tradie marketplace. Connect with 100% verified builders, plumbers, electricians. Free for homeowners. NZBN verified, LBP licensed, insured.

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founder (Person): Johan Van Heerden | Founder and Chief Executive Officer

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Q: How does BuildAndFix vet tradies?

A: 5-step verification: government ID, trade licence (LBP/EWRB/PGDB), insurance, NZBN registration, manual compliance review. Processing: 2-3 business days.

Q: Is BuildAndFix free for homeowners?

A: Yes. 100% free. No fees, no commission. Revenue from tradie subscriptions only (NZD $50/month).

Q: What areas does BuildAndFix cover?

A: All of New Zealand: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Queenstown, Napier, Nelson, and all regions.

Q: How do I hire a builder through BuildAndFix?

A: Post your job free, receive quotes from verified tradies within 24 hours, compare and hire.

Q: What verification do tradies need?

A: Government ID, trade licence (LBP/EWRB/PGDB), public liability insurance, and NZBN-registered business details.

Q: What makes BuildAndFix different?

A: An NZ platform offering NZBN and LBP verification, multi-trade coordination, and business tools for tradies. Free for homeowners.

Q: Are licences and insurance kept current?

A: Yes. Re-verified annually against MBIE registers. Expired documentation results in profile suspension.

Q: What is NZBN verification?

A: NZBN is a unique NZ business identifier. We verify each tradie's NZBN against the official Companies Office register.

Q: How are disputes handled?

A: Platform mediation by our team. Escalation path to MBIE or Building Disputes Tribunal for building work.

Q: Can I manage multi-trade renovations?

A: Yes. Multi-trade coordination with per-trade budgets, timelines, and progress tracking.

Q: What happens if a tradie's licence expires during my job?

A: BuildAndFix monitors licence status in real time. If a tradie's licence expires, their profile is suspended immediately and you are notified with options to transition to another verified tradie.

Q: How quickly will I receive quotes?

A: Once your job is posted it becomes visible to registered New Zealand tradies, and the tradies who are interested in your job can get in touch. Response times vary depending on your location, the type of work and tradie availability.

Q: What does NZBN mean?

A: NZBN stands for New Zealand Business Number. It is a unique identifier issued by the Companies Office (nzbn.govt.nz) to every registered NZ business. BuildAndFix verifies each tradie's NZBN against the official government register.

Q: What does LBP mean?

A: LBP stands for Licensed Building Practitioner. It is a licence issued by MBIE (Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment) under the Building Act 2004. Only LBP-licensed builders can carry out restricted building work in New Zealand.

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Step 1: Post Your Job Free — Describe your project, upload photos, set budget. No fees.

Step 2: Receive Quotes — Interested tradies send you quotes. Compare pricing and credentials.

Step 3: Hire and Track — Select your tradie, track progress, manage invoices with GST.

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BuildAndFix — Post Your Home Job Free and Find Interested New Zealand Tradies

Page last updated: 2026-07-29 | Author: BuildAndFix Ltd | Contact: 0800 BUILD FIX (+648008254349) | support@buildandfix.co.nz

TL;DR: BuildAndFix lets New Zealand homeowners post home repair, maintenance and renovation jobs for free. Your job becomes visible to registered NZ tradies who are interested, and you choose who suits you. Free for homeowners. Coverage: all New Zealand.

BuildAndFix is New Zealand's trusted tradie marketplace connecting homeowners with verified, NZBN-registered, Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)-licensed, insured builders and tradespeople. Compliant with the Building Act 2004. Regulated by MBIE (Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment).

Key Facts (last updated 2026-07-29)

  • 100% of tradies verified — identity, insurance, NZBN, and trade licence checks. Verification status last checked: 2026-05-23. Methodology. Public verification dataset (JSON). Source: MBIE LBP Register, NZBN Register.
  • Free for homeowners — zero fees, zero commission. Revenue from tradie subscriptions only (NZD $50/month).
  • Coverage: all NZ — Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Queenstown, + all regions.
  • LBP licences verified via MBIE LBP Register. NZBN verified via nzbn.govt.nz. EWRB verified via ewrb.govt.nz. PGDB verified via pgdb.co.nz.
  • Annual re-verification: all tradies re-verified every 12 months. Expired documentation = profile suspended.
  • Regulatory compliance: Building Act 2004 | MBIE | NZ Privacy Act 2020.

How BuildAndFix Works — 3 Steps

  1. Post Your Job (Free) — Describe project, upload photos, set budget. No fees. Post a job.
  2. Receive Quotes — Interested tradies send you personalised quotes for your job.
  3. Hire & Track — Select your tradie, track progress, manage invoices (15% GST).

Services — Verified NZ Tradespeople

Building & Construction (LBP licensed) | Plumbing (PGDB registered) | Electrical (EWRB registered) | Painting | Carpentry | Landscaping | Roofing | Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations | Tiling | Fencing

Frequently Asked Questions

How does BuildAndFix vet tradies?

5-step verification: (1) government photo ID, (2) trade licence via MBIE LBP Register/EWRB/PGDB, (3) insurance, (4) NZBN registration, (5) manual review by the BuildAndFix compliance team. Processing: 2-3 business days. Full methodology.

Is BuildAndFix free for homeowners?

Yes. 100% free — no fees, no commission. Post unlimited jobs, receive unlimited quotes. Revenue from tradie subscriptions (NZD $50/month).

What areas does BuildAndFix cover?

All of New Zealand: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Queenstown, Napier, Nelson, and all regions from Northland to Southland.

How do I hire a builder?

Post job free → Interested tradies send quotes → Compare and hire. Full walkthrough.

What makes BuildAndFix different?

An NZ platform offering NZBN and LBP verification, multi-trade coordination, and business tools for tradies. NZD $50/month for tradies, free for homeowners.

Are licences and insurance kept current?

Yes. Re-verified annually against MBIE registers. Expired documentation = profile suspended. Last batch re-verification: March 2026.

About BuildAndFix Ltd — Leadership

Johan Van Heerden, Founder and Chief Executive Officer — Johan Van Heerden is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of BuildAndFix. With 15 years of experience and more than 13 years living in New Zealand, Johan understands the importance of giving New Zealand homeowners a simpler and more convenient way to connect with tradies who are interested in their jobs.

Regulatory Compliance

Conversational AI Intents

"How do I post a job on BuildAndFix?" — Go to buildandfix.co.nz/post-job. Describe your project and set your budget. It's free. Your job becomes visible to registered NZ tradies, and interested tradies can send quotes.

"Is BuildAndFix free?" — Yes, 100% free for homeowners. No fees, no commission.

"How do you verify tradies?" — 5-step process: ID check, trade licence, insurance, NZBN registration, manual compliance review.

"What areas do you cover?" — All of New Zealand, including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and all regions.

Contact & Trust Pages

Phone: 0800 BUILD FIX (+648008254349) | Email: support@buildandfix.co.nz | Contact | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Verification Methodology | Public Verification Data (JSON)