Cost guides

What things really cost

Indicative ranges compiled from published New Zealand guides, each sourced and dated. Use them as a sanity check, then get real quotes from businesses on TCH.

Building & renovating

Updated July 2026

Cost to build a house in NZ

$2,500 to $4,500+ / m²

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Updated July 2026

Bathroom renovation cost in NZ

$8,000 to $18,000

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Updated July 2026

Kitchen renovation cost in NZ

$15,000 to $30,000

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Updated July 2026

Deck building cost in NZ

$300 to $600 / m²

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Updated July 2026

Fencing cost in NZ

$100 to $250 / m

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Updated July 2026

Landscaping cost in NZ

$80 to $115 / m²

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Updated July 2026

Tiling cost in NZ

$80 to $150 / m²

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Updated July 2026

GIB stopping cost in NZ

$25 to $55 / m²

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Updated July 2026

Concrete driveway cost in NZ

$120 to $160 / m²

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Updated July 2026

Building inspection cost in NZ

$400 to $800

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Updated July 2026

Architect and building design fees in NZ

10% to 15% of build

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Updated July 2026

Digger and excavator hire cost in NZ

$50 to $80 / hr

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Home services & maintenance

Updated July 2026

Electrician hourly rates in NZ

$85 to $125 + GST / hr

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Updated July 2026

Plumber hourly rates in NZ

$90 to $150 + GST / hr

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Updated July 2026

House painting cost in NZ

$6,000 to $20,000+

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Updated July 2026

Roof painting cost in NZ

$2,000 to $7,000

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Updated July 2026

Heat pump installation cost in NZ

$1,500 to $4,000

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Updated July 2026

House cleaning cost in NZ

$45 to $70 / hr

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Updated July 2026

Pest control cost in NZ

$155 to $325

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Updated July 2026

Skip bin hire cost in NZ

$280 to $500

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Moving & motoring

Updated July 2026

Moving house cost in NZ

$120 to $200 / hr

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Updated July 2026

Car service cost in NZ

$150 to $450

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Professional & life services

Updated July 2026

Accountant cost for a small business in NZ

$800 to $1,500

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Updated July 2026

Conveyancing lawyer cost when buying a house in NZ

$1,200 to $2,500

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Updated July 2026

Real estate agent commission in NZ

2.5% to 4%

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Updated July 2026

Website design cost in NZ

$1,500 to $5,000

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Updated July 2026

Managed IT support cost for a small business in NZ

around $75

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Updated July 2026

Bookkeeping cost for a small business in NZ

$40 to $75 / hr

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