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We'll take it the whole way.

From tired and dated to genuinely proud — full project management, on time and on budget, across Auckland.

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Why it matters

From potential to proud.

We love a do-up — tired homes with good bones are exactly our kind of challenge. Whether you're a first-home buyer, a property investor, or you've inherited something dated, we manage the whole project so you don't have to juggle trades, chase consents or second-guess the budget.

  • Full scope under one team — no juggling trades or chasing sub-contractors.
  • Investor-friendly — on budget, on time, and communication you can rely on from start to finish.
  • Honest itemised quotes — clear pricing upfront, with updates at every stage.
  • Council consents handled — we manage compliance and paperwork where work requires it.
  • 2-year workmanship guarantee — we stand behind every finish, every time.
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Renovated open-plan kitchen and living, Auckland do-up
Who we work with

Perfect for

Whatever brought you to the project, the same careful approach applies.

First-home do-ups

You got a foot on the ladder — now make it yours. We help first-home buyers turn an unloved house into something they're proud of, without the stress.

Investment & rental properties

Tight margins need honest pricing and no surprises. We deliver rental-ready renovations on time and on budget — with quality that holds up long-term.

Inherited or dated homes

Older properties with character often just need the right team to unlock their potential. We treat them with respect and bring them into the present.

Pre-sale refresh

A well-executed refresh before listing can lift your sale price well beyond what the reno costs. We focus on the changes that buyers actually notice.

How it works

From walk-through to handover

01

Free walk-through & quote

We visit the property, assess what's needed and come back with a clear, itemised quote — no vague estimates.

02

Scope & plan

We finalise the scope, lock in a timeline and handle consents. You know exactly what's happening and when before work starts.

03

The transformation

Our team manages all trades on site — one point of contact, regular updates, and the work done right the first time.

04

Handover & guarantee

Full clean, final walkthrough, and your 2-year workmanship guarantee. We're not done until you're happy.

Do-up advantages

Why choose HouseMakeover for your do-up

The things that matter most when you're taking on a project property.

One point of contact

No chasing multiple trades. One team, one number, one accountable person managing every part of your project.

On budget, no surprises

Honest quotes from the start. If scope changes, we tell you before we proceed — not after the work is done.

Quality that adds value

We finish the way we'd finish our own homes. Work that looks good on completion and holds up for years.

Tidy & respectful

Dust control, daily clean-up and care for the property throughout. We treat every project like it's our own.

Reviews

What do-up clients say

4.9
★★★★★
From 45 Google reviews
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★★★★★

"I engaged Nischay and his team for a renovation/do-up on one of my properties — true professionals who take pride in their work and consistently deliver on their commitments. They completed the work on time and within the agreed budget, without compromising on quality. Highly recommend."

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Amin SamnaniDo-up project · Google
★★★★★

"Zea, Nischay and the team did an outstanding job renovating our laundry and adding a new room with an extra toilet. It required council consent and passed without any issues. The finishes are amazing."

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Jasmine KMRenovation & addition · Local Guide
★★★★★

"Great communication throughout the whole job. Highly recommend the team."

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Penny GilliesRenovation · Google
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Ready to take your
do-up the whole way?

Tell us about the property and we'll come out for a free walk-through — honest advice and a clear quote, usually within one business day.

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Nischay · 0204 175 9187 Zea · 0204 149 1651 info@housemakeover.co.nz