Best Deck & Fence Builders in Tauranga
We assessed 20 deck & fence builders in Tauranga and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 375 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 17 August 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
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.
Top 5 Deck & Fence Builders in Tauranga
The top 5 deck & fence builders in Tauranga are #1 Tauranga Landscaping, #2 KS Fence & Deck, #3 Klinks Fences & Decks, #4 Deck and Fence Co, and #5 Baywood Construction, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Tauranga Landscaping
★ 4.9 121 reviews -1 Top5 Score 161 +15★ 115 4★ 2 3★ 1 1★ 3Tauranga Landscaping builds fences and planter boxes while keeping clients looped in at every stage, with Matt checking in regularly to see if changes are wanted as work progresses. When issues have been raised after completion, the team has moved fast to replace faulty materials and fix defects, including split timber and hardware problems.
location_on 37 Alach Street, Gate Pa, Tauranga
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KS FENCE & DECK
★ 5.0 66 reviews Top5 Score 1555★ 65 4★ 1KS Fence & Deck gets fences, gates, and decks from quote to completion quickly, with next-day quotes reported and multi-deck jobs wrapped up within weeks. They coordinate the full job, including organising trades like electricians for deck lighting, and keep communication steady from first contact through to handover.
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Klinks Fences & Decks
★ 4.9 35 reviews +2 Top5 Score 145 +25★ 34 1★ 1Klinks Fences & Decks covers new decks, balustrades, boundary fences, and storm-damage replacements, and has coordinated jobs for out-of-town owners in Auckland and elsewhere without requiring them to be on site. When supply costs rose mid-build, Craig worked through alternative solutions to keep the result within budget rather than simply passing the increase on.
location_on 10/45 Kaweroa Drive, Omanawa
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Deck and Fence Co
★ 5.0 28 reviews +2 Top5 Score 143 +15★ 28Deck and Fence Co builds Kwila decks, timber fences, gates, pergolas, and retaining walls, with Joe coordinating quotes and Tim and the crew handling construction. Reviewers single out the quoting stage specifically, noting options are laid out clearly so clients can make informed choices before work begins.
location_on 1a/33 Maleme Street, Greerton, Tauranga
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Baywood Construction - Composite Deck Specialist
★ 4.9 27 reviews Top5 Score 142 +15★ 26 1★ 1Baywood Construction installs composite decks, screwless decking systems, bamboo and Millboard surfaces, and composite stairs, with Ray actively guiding product and colour choices so clients end up with results they did not expect to achieve. Multiple reviewers note they adopted his recommendations without hesitation and came away happier than they anticipated, including mid-project changes that Ray accommodated without friction.
location_on 6 Kalmia Dell, Mount Maunganui
Before you hire a deck and fence builder in Tauranga
Drawn from 166 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does a deck or fence typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more
Treated pine decks run $300 to $500 per square metre installed, while hardwood timber like Kwila sits closer to $500 to $700. Composite decking pushes toward $700 to $800 per square metre or beyond, depending on the product and framing system.
Timber paling fences cost $150 to $300 per linear metre, with pool fencing or aluminium designs reaching $400 to $600 per linear metre. Height, difficult ground conditions, old structure removal, and building consent fees of $1,000 to $2,500 for consented decks all add to the final figure.
When does a deck or fence need a building consent? expand_more
A deck more than 1.5 metres above ground requires a building consent under the Building Act 2004, so confirm the finished floor height with your builder before work starts. Fences over 2.5 metres tall, retaining walls holding back more than 1.5 metres of ground, and all pool fencing require consent or compliance checks regardless of height.
Pool fencing must meet strict rules: a minimum 1.2 metre height, self-closing self-latching gates opening away from the pool, and no climbable objects within 1.2 metres of the barrier. On boundary fences, the Fencing Act 1978 entitles each neighbour to share costs equally for a standard fence, and disputes can go to the Disputes Tribunal.
What timber and treatment level should be used outdoors and in ground? expand_more
Posts set in the ground need H5 treated timber to resist rot and borer, while above-ground framing requires at least H3.2 and decking boards H3.1 for exposed outdoor use. Using a lower treatment level in ground contact is one of the most common causes of early structural failure, with posts rotting out within a few years and the whole structure becoming unstable. Hardwood species like Kwila are naturally durable and appear in positive reviews for deck longevity, while composite decking removes the treatment question entirely by eliminating timber from the deck surface.
What are the warning signs of a deck or fence builder you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –Posts concreted in the wrong position or too far from the fence line, as flagged in one review, indicate unsupervised or inexperienced labour on site.
- –Rough unfinished board edges, protruding nails, and site debris left behind after completion all point to poor quality control and a reluctance to finish the job properly.
- –Missed quote appointments, repeated no-shows, or promises to send a quote that never arrive signal unreliable communication that will likely continue through the build.
- –A vague or verbal quote with no itemised breakdown makes it very hard to hold a builder to what was agreed, especially if scope changes mid-job.
- –Sending an unsupervised worker to lead a job beyond their skill level, something one reviewer had confirmed in writing by the owner, is a red flag for how a company manages its team.
- –No mention of building consent on a deck project, or a builder who dismisses the question, puts the compliance risk entirely on you as the homeowner.
What should you ask before hiring a deck or fence builder? expand_more
- –Ask whether a building consent is required for your specific project and confirm in writing who is responsible for applying and managing it.
- –Ask what timber species and treatment level will be used for in-ground posts, above-ground framing, and deck boards separately.
- –Ask how deep the footings will be and whether posts will be concreted in, since shallow or misplaced footings are a documented failure point.
- –Ask whether the quote includes removal and disposal of any existing fence or deck, as this is a common hidden cost.
- –Ask for an itemised written quote so that materials, labour, and any consent fees are clearly separated before you commit.
- –Ask what workmanship guarantee is offered and how defects or rework will be handled, given that some builders in these reviews only addressed defects after the client followed up repeatedly.
Also recommended deck & fence builders in Tauranga
Ranked 6 to 10 on the same public review record.
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Tauranga Fences
★ 5.0 22 reviews +1 Top5 Score 140 +15★ 22Tauranga Fences takes on boundary fences, gate installations, and custom enclosures, with Ross bringing enough practical experience to turn vague ideas into workable plans. Clients come back to him across multiple jobs, and neighbours on shared fence projects have also come away satisfied with the result.
location_on 18 Rawhiti Street, Greerton, Tauranga
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Chaytor Co. Bay of Plenty
★ 4.7 31 reviews Top5 Score 140 +15★ 26 4★ 4 1★ 1Chaytor Co. installs aluminium fencing, steel fencing, gates, and pool fencing, and Keenyn has drawn up custom designs for genuinely tricky sites including sloping driveways and complex gate configurations. Pricing has come in noticeably below competitors on multiple jobs, and the team adjusts quotes without complaint when clients change their minds mid-process.
location_on 60 Maleme Street, Greerton, Tauranga
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Bay City Fencing and Landscaping Ltd
★ 4.9 18 reviews +1 Top5 Score 137 +15★ 17 3★ 1Bay City Fencing takes on fencing, retaining walls, and deck builds, and has turned around same-day quotes when other local companies would not respond or attend at all. Clients who changed colours, added gates, or expanded scope mid-job found nothing was treated as a problem, with re-work like recoating completed within days.
location_on 120B Darraghs Road, Brookfield, Tauranga
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Tauranga Builders
★ 5.0 13 reviews Top5 Score 1345★ 13Tauranga Builders coordinates decks, outdoor kitchens, and retaining walls end-to-end, including organising other trades so clients do not have to manage multiple contractors themselves. Louis works through the specifics with clients before and during the build, flagging options they had not considered and agreeing any extras in advance rather than presenting surprises at invoice time.
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Tauranga Balustrades, Gates and Fences
★ 4.9 14 reviews +1 Top5 Score 133 +15★ 13 4★ 1Tauranga Balustrades, Gates and Fences installs gates, fencing, balustrades, and pool fencing, and has matched new work to existing structures with precise enough results that additions blend in seamlessly. Nick and Michael are named specifically by clients for combining practical know-how with clear guidance on height, placement, and options before work begins.
location_on HomePlus Office, 135 Totara Street, Mount Maunganui
About this ranking
What the 10 deck & fence builders listed above hold, at the 17 August 2026 check.
We first assessed deck & fence builders in Tauranga in June 2026 and have rechecked the ranking once since. Across the 10 locations we assess deck & fence builders in, the 100 businesses listed have a median rating of 5.0, and one-star reviews are 2.1% of their total.
What has changed since June 2026? expand_more
- Aug 2026
Scoring method updated.
- Jun 2026
First check. Tauranga Landscaping #1.
How are the top deck & fence builders in Tauranga chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for deck & fence builders in Tauranga. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. A business whose website no longer resolves and that has had no Google review for six months is treated as dormant and left off the page until either changes. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
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Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for deck & fence builders in Tauranga. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.