Best Deck & Fence Builders in Nelson

We assessed 15 deck & fence builders in Nelson and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 183 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 22 September 2026. How we rank

Top 5 Deck & Fence Builders in Nelson

The top 5 deck & fence builders in Nelson are #1 Fence Worx Foxhill, #2 Francis Builders, #3 Rogers Build, #4 The New Gate Company, and #5 Pzazz Building, ranked by Top5 Score.

  • 1

    Fence Worx Foxhill

    ★ 5.0 33 reviews Score 145
    Highest
    5★ 33

    Fence Worx Foxhill takes on farm fencing, timber paling fences, automated gates, batten and netting fences, and decks, completing jobs on time and to the quoted price across challenging sites including steep terrain and rock-hard clay.

    Call 021 193 6331 Map Is this your business?
  • 2

    Francis Builders

    ★ 5.0 19 reviews Score 138
    7.4 behind
    5★ 19

    Francis Builders constructs new decks, including large Kwila timber builds and full replacements of rotted structures, with Max keeping clients updated at every stage.

    Call 021 073 2298 Map Is this your business?
  • 3

    Rogers Build

    ★ 5.0 19 reviews Score 138
    7.4 behind
    5★ 19

    Rogers Build delivers decks in Kwila and other timbers, fencing, and retaining walls, with repeat clients returning specifically for the finish detail on mitre joints, screw lines, and board spacing.

    Call 021 872 633 Map Is this your business?
  • 4

    The New Gate Company

    ★ 4.6 28 reviews Score 136
    9.4 behind
    5★ 22 4★ 4 3★ 1 1★ 1

    The New Gate Company gets gates and fences built, installed, and finished to a standard clients describe as on time and on budget, including a same-day hole resize resolved within 24 hours of request.

    58A Gladstone Road, Richmond

    Call 03 547 3411 Map Is this your business?
  • 5

    Pzazz Building Nelson

    ★ 5.0 15 reviews Score 134
    10.5 behind
    5★ 15

    Pzazz Building replaces and repairs decks, including full rebuilds with added structure beneath, and keeps clients informed at every decision point throughout the job.

    Call 03 545 9941 Map Is this your business?

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Before you hire a deck and fence builder in Nelson

Whether you want a new deck, timber fencing or both, the result depends on what you cannot see: footing depth, post spacing, and whether the timber or framing is rated for outdoor use. Ask whether a building consent is needed (decks over a certain height require one), what timber treatment level they use for posts in ground, and whether the quote includes removing the old structure. Get a written quote with a clear timeline.

The questions below are drawn from 166 customer reviews collected for this page.

What does a deck or fence typically cost in New Zealand?

Treated pine decking runs $300 to $500 per square metre installed, while hardwood like kwila sits closer to $500 to $700 per square metre. Composite decking can push past $800 per square metre once materials and labour are included.

Standard timber paling fences cost $150 to $300 per linear metre, post and rail fencing is often at the lower end of that range, and pool or complex decorative fencing can reach $400 to $600 per linear metre. Gates, particularly automated sliding gates, add significantly to cost and are best quoted as a separate line item so you can compare builders who handle the full package against those who do not.

When does a deck or fence need a building consent?

Any deck more than 1.5 metres above ground level requires a building consent under the Building Act 2004, and consent fees from your local council will typically add $500 to $1,500 to your project cost. Fences do not usually need consent unless they exceed 2.5 metres in height or involve a retaining wall holding back more than 1.5 metres of ground.

Pool fencing is governed by both the Building Act 2004 and the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987, which requires a barrier at least 1.2 metres high, self-latching gates that open away from the pool, and a council inspection regardless of fence height. If your project sits on a boundary, the Fencing Act 1978 gives both neighbours equal responsibility for the cost of a standard fence, and a dispute can be taken to the Disputes Tribunal if agreement cannot be reached.

What timber and treatment level should be used outdoors and in ground?

Posts set directly into the ground must be rated H4 or H5 under the New Zealand timber treatment standard, as anything lower will rot within a few years once in contact with soil and moisture. Decking boards, rails, and above-ground framing are suited to H3.2 treatment, which resists weathering and insect attack without the heavier preservative load needed for ground contact. Hardwoods like kwila are naturally durable and appear in multiple reviews as a premium choice for decks where longevity and appearance matter, while composite decking eliminates the rot risk entirely but carries a higher upfront cost and can feel less substantial underfoot than solid timber.

What are the warning signs of a deck or fence builder you shouldn't hire?
  • –A quote that is verbal only, with no written breakdown of materials, labour, and scope, gives you no protection if the price climbs later.
  • –One negative review pattern shows costs nearly doubling from the original quote, with the builder refusing to provide a revised figure mid-project.
  • –Builders who cannot tell you the timber treatment level for posts in ground, or who spec the same grade for posts as for decking boards, are likely to produce work that moves or rots prematurely.
  • –Skipping a required building consent puts the liability on you as the homeowner and can create problems when you sell the property.
  • –Large upfront deposits followed by poor communication or long unexplained delays before work starts are a consistent warning sign in the wider NZ trades sector.
  • –A builder who does not include removal and disposal of your old structure in the quote may leave you arranging and paying for that separately.
What should you ask before hiring a deck or fence builder?
  • –Ask whether a building consent is required for your specific project and confirm in writing who is responsible for obtaining it and paying the council fee.
  • –Ask what timber treatment level will be used for posts set in ground versus above-ground framing and decking boards, and get the answer in writing on the quote.
  • –Ask how deep the footings will be and whether posts will be concreted in, as shallow or unset footings are a leading cause of fence movement within a few years.
  • –Ask whether the quote includes full removal and disposal of any existing structure, as this is often excluded and can add meaningful cost.
  • –Ask for an itemised written quote so you can compare materials, labour, and any gate or automation components as separate line items.
  • –Ask what workmanship guarantee applies and whether the builder holds a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence, which you can verify through the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Licensed Building Practitioners register.
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About this ranking

What the 10 deck & fence builders listed above hold, at the 22 September 2026 check.

33
reviews held by the #1 ranked business
15
reviews held by the #5 ranked business
4.6
lowest rating among the 10 listed
2.2%
of their 183 reviews are one-star
How are the top deck & fence builders in Nelson chosen?

We build this page from Google Maps results for deck & fence builders in Nelson. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record, using the same published method on every page. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. See how we rank for how rankings are made and who is left out. On specialist pages like this one, a business's reviews count in proportion to how many of them are about deck & fence builders, so a business mostly reviewed for other work cannot win on review volume alone. See the words we look for.

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