For almost 50 years, our name has been synonymous with award-winning quality builds. A lot has changed in that time, yet we continue to be on the cutting edge of modern builds.
Each job is personally overseen by Managing Director James Carter, from start to finish, and we place as much effort and care into building great relationships with our clients as we do their structure.
New Homes
We offer two options for those looking to build a new home – Design and Build or New Build.
Design and build is the best option for those who want the convenience and consistency of having one firm take care of everything.
During the design process, we'll work with you closely to understand every dimension of your vision, from its look and layout, to its functionality and ambience. Our advanced design computer software means you have the reassurance of watching your design unfold in high-end, 3-D graphics, with the ability to change and tweak it as we go through the process.
Under our New Build option, you can choose to have an architect or draughtsperson design your home, and we take responsibility for all building aspects, maintaining close communication throughout the build.
Whichever option a client opts for, often we assume the project management role, co-ordinating day-to-day management and overall outcomes. We also take care of the many logistical, administrative and labour responsibilities, including:
Building consents, including arranging inspections
Sourcing materials
Supplier liaison
Co-ordinating and managing subcontractors
Overall project management
Regular and committed client communication
Renovations
Changing an existing home is often a great way to capitalise on your current asset, weather you’re looking to provide more space for a growing family, maximise current space or improving older features.
Regardless of your requirements, it’s important it melds seamlessly with the rest of the house. We are passionate about our renovation and alteration work for this very reason - there are no better projects to truly test not just our team's building skills, but our craftsmanship.
We provide full support and project management, including:
Design work
Building consents, including arranging inspections
Sourcing materials
Supplier liaison
Co-ordinating and managing subcontractors
Overall project management
Regular and committed client communication
Click on the link below to see the metamorphosis of a modest home, published in the August 2023 Business South Magazine
https://digitalpublications.online/waterfordpress/business-south-august-23/88/
Bespoke Joinery
The BJ Carter team can custom-make high quality woodwork in their factory, for your new build or renovation project.
Whether it’s a commercial shop fit-out, an organiser system for your walk-in wardrobe or beautiful bespoke joinery for your home, we ensure innovation and craftsmanship in every project we take on.
Design and build
Kitchen joinery
Wardrobes
Bathroom fit outs
Shop fit outs
Maintenance
We offer a regular maintenance service, ensuring your home or commercial premise is in optimum condition, and saving you money in the long run.
This involves the initial check, carrying out any required remedial work; and our skills are used to repair breakages, including managing insurance work, or general wear and tear.
Light Commercial
We provide an extensive range of services for business and industry, from our award-winning renovations of high-end commercial buildings to sturdy farm implement sheds.
Light building work
Farm buildings
Renovations/alterations
Office and shop fit-outs
Maintenance
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Awards Won
Since first entering the Registered Master Builders' House of the Year Awards, several of our projects have been judged among the very best, both regionally and nationally, for excellence in building and design.
We are particularly proud that the recognition BJ Carter has received covers a diverse range of projects - from affordable family homes to premier, high spec homes, as well as commercial work. Below is a list of some of our recent wins.
New Zealand Commercial Project Awards
Gold Award 2020
New Zealand Commercial Project Awards
Value Award 2020