MyHome Renovations

MyHome Renovations We are Auckland's trusted renovation experts. We offer a fixed price on your renovation project and guarantee no cost surprises at the end.

We offer a fixed price on your renovation project and guarantee no cost surprises at the end.

Know a good carpenter? We'd love an introduction!We've got a busy few months ahead at MyHome Renovations and are lookin...
14/10/2026

Know a good carpenter? We'd love an introduction!

We've got a busy few months ahead at MyHome Renovations and are looking for a qualified carpenter to join our team on a three-month contract.

We're after someone with proven residential renovation experience who can hit the ground running and help us keep our projects moving.

It's a great opportunity for a capable carpenter looking for a few months of varied work with a friendly, professional team.

What we're offering:
- Immediate start – 3-month contract
- Negotiable hourly rate
- Weekly invoice payments, including mileage
- Variety of residential renovation projects across central Auckland
- Potential for ongoing work for the right person

NZ trade qualification and previous residential renovation experience are essential.

Interested, or know someone who might be? You can find all the details in our Trade Me listing:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/jobs/trades-services/building-carpentry/auckland/auckland-city/full-time/listing/6178393797

We'd really appreciate you sharing this with anyone who might be a good fit!

If you're planning a renovation, it may be worth asking your bank what renovation-specific lending options they currentl...
30/09/2026

If you're planning a renovation, it may be worth asking your bank what renovation-specific lending options they currently have available.

ANZ, for example, is currently offering eligible home loan customers a Reno Loan of up to $50,000 at a special fixed rate for three years.

For a larger renovation, $50,000 isn't going to fund the whole project. But depending on your circumstances, offers like this could potentially form part of the way you finance it.

And ANZ isn't necessarily the only bank with lending options aimed at homeowners improving their properties, so it's worth doing your homework.

If you're considering renovating, talk to your bank or mortgage adviser early. Find out how much you can realistically borrow, what your repayments would look like, what conditions might apply and whether there are any renovation or energy-efficiency lending offers you could take advantage of.

Understanding your borrowing position before you get too far into the design process also means your renovation can be planned around a realistic overall budget from the beginning.

The finance might not be the most interesting part of planning a renovation - but getting it sorted early can make everything that follows a lot easier.

A balcony isn't a necessity in a two-storey home, but in the right location it can be a lovely addition.When it's connec...
29/09/2026

A balcony isn't a necessity in a two-storey home, but in the right location it can be a lovely addition.

When it's connected to a master bedroom, it creates a private outdoor space that's quite different from the main deck or entertaining areas downstairs.

But, like any part of a renovation, it's worth thinking about how you'll actually use it.

Orientation matters. So does privacy, outlook, shelter from the prevailing weather and whether there's enough space for the balcony to be genuinely useful.

There are practical considerations too, including waterproofing, drainage, balustrades and how the balcony connects back into the building.

When all of those things come together, a well-positioned balcony can be a great way to make the most of an upper level - particularly when there's an outlook worth enjoying.

There's a reason neutral colours are used so often in renovations.They're easy to live with, work well with a wide range...
27/09/2026

There's a reason neutral colours are used so often in renovations.

They're easy to live with, work well with a wide range of materials and finishes, and give you plenty of flexibility to change the look of a room over time.

Rather than relying on wall colour to provide all the interest, a neutral palette allows other elements to do some of the work - timber flooring, cabinetry, tiles, artwork, furniture and soft furnishings.

And neutral doesn't have to mean white or beige. Warm greys, soft greens, muted earthy tones and off-whites can all create a relatively neutral backdrop while still giving a room some personality.

They're also practical if your tastes change. It's considerably easier to swap cushions, artwork or a rug than repaint an entire open-plan living area.

Sometimes keeping the permanent finishes relatively simple gives you more freedom with everything else.

An estimate and a quote aren't the same thing - and when you're planning a major renovation, the difference matters.An e...
26/09/2026

An estimate and a quote aren't the same thing - and when you're planning a major renovation, the difference matters.

An estimate is an indication of what the work is likely to cost based on the information available at the time. It's useful during the early stages of a project when you're trying to understand whether your plans and budget are broadly aligned, but the final cost can be higher or lower.

A quote is different. It's a formal offer to complete a defined scope of work for an agreed price, based on detailed plans, specifications and an understanding of exactly what's included.

That doesn't necessarily mean the price can never change. Owner-requested variations, unforeseen work and any allowances or exclusions within the contract can still affect the final amount. But you should have a much clearer understanding of what you're committing to before construction begins.

At MyHome, we use estimates during the design process to help homeowners make informed decisions while there's still an opportunity to adjust the plans. Once the design and documentation are complete, we prepare a detailed fixed-price proposal for the construction work.

Both have their place. The important thing is understanding which one you're relying on - and what it does and doesn't tell you about the likely final cost of your renovation.

We've answered more of the questions homeowners commonly ask us about renovating on the FAQs page of our website - https://bit.ly/4ivdEqO

Textured tiles can add another layer of interest to a bathroom, particularly when you're working with a fairly simple or...
24/09/2026

Textured tiles can add another layer of interest to a bathroom, particularly when you're working with a fairly simple or neutral colour palette.

What makes them interesting is the way they interact with light. As natural and artificial light moves across the surface, the texture creates subtle areas of light and shadow that can change throughout the day.

They don't necessarily need to cover the whole bathroom either. Used selectively - behind a vanity, within a shower or on a feature wall - they can add detail without overwhelming the space.

As with any tile choice, there are practical considerations too. Heavily textured surfaces can be more difficult to clean, so it's worth thinking about where they're used as well as how they look.

Sometimes it's the quieter details - texture, pattern and the way materials respond to light - that give a bathroom its character.

23/09/2026

There can be a lot more potential in a duplex than you might think.

This Pt Chevalier home is a great example.

What started as a tired two-bedroom duplex was extended to the front and reconfigured to create a three-bedroom home with a light-filled, open-plan kitchen, dining and living area.

Being attached to another property naturally brings some additional considerations, but it doesn't necessarily mean you're limited to working within the existing footprint when renovating a duplex.

This project is a great example of just how much an existing home can change when you look at both where you can create more space and how you can make better use of the space that's already there.

Take a look at the video to see how this Pt Chevalier duplex came together.

Sometimes it's worth exploring what's possible with the home you already have before deciding you've outgrown it.

Renovation budgets need to allow for the unexpected.When you're working with an existing home, there can be things that ...
20/09/2026

Renovation budgets need to allow for the unexpected.

When you're working with an existing home, there can be things that simply aren't visible until construction begins - what's behind the walls, beneath the floors or underground.

If something unexpected is uncovered, dealing with it can add both time and cost to the project.

That's why we always recommend allowing a contingency over and above your construction budget.

If you're building under a fixed-price contract, we generally suggest keeping around 10 - 15% aside. While the agreed scope is fixed, a contingency gives you some breathing room for genuinely unforeseen work or changes you decide to make along the way.

With a charge-up or cost-plus contract, we'd recommend a considerably larger buffer - around 25% - because the price you've been given is an estimate rather than a fixed construction cost and often the final costs are more.

Whatever type of contract you're using, make sure there's a clear process for variations. Wherever possible, additional work should be priced and approved before it goes ahead, so you understand the effect on your budget as the project progresses.

A contingency isn't money you have to spend. It's money you've allowed in case you need to.

Not every useful addition to a home requires adding more floor area.A separate guest toilet or powder room is a good exa...
19/09/2026

Not every useful addition to a home requires adding more floor area.

A separate guest toilet or powder room is a good example.

It can take pressure off the main family bathroom, provide a little more privacy when visitors are over, and be particularly useful in a busy household.

And it doesn't necessarily need a lot of space.

In this renovation, part of the powder room sits beneath the stairs - making practical use of an area that might otherwise have been difficult to use.

Spaces like this do require some careful planning. You need enough headroom in the right places, as well as room for the toilet, basin, door and the necessary plumbing.

But when the layout allows for it, finding space for a small powder room can add a surprising amount of everyday functionality without increasing the footprint of the house.

Sometimes a renovation isn't about creating more space. It's about making better use of the space you already have.

Renovation finance approved? There’s one more thing to check.If you’re borrowing to fund a major renovation, getting you...
16/09/2026

Renovation finance approved? There’s one more thing to check.

If you’re borrowing to fund a major renovation, getting your loan approved is obviously an important step.

But before construction starts, make sure you also understand how your bank will release those funds during the build.

Most larger renovations are paid for through a series of progress payments as the work proceeds. So it’s worth asking your bank or broker:

- What do they need before they’ll release each progress payment?
- How long does a drawdown normally take to process?
- Do they require invoices, valuations or other supporting documents?
- Is there anything that could delay or prevent a payment being released?
- Who should you contact if your usual bank representative is unavailable?

Why does it matter?

Your building contract will usually require progress payments to be made within a specified timeframe. A delay at the bank doesn’t necessarily change the date your payment is due to your builder.

A day or two of bank processing time can usually be planned for. A prolonged delay - or discovering halfway through the build that the bank needs something you weren’t expecting - can potentially affect cashflow, ordering of materials and progress on site.

So before the first hammer swings, make sure you understand not just how much your bank is lending you, but how and when you’ll be able to access it.

A little preparation before construction starts can help keep your renovation running smoothly.

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Unit 2 29-31 Princes Street
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