Best Deck & Fence Builders in Wellington
We assessed 17 deck & fence builders in Wellington and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 416 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 15 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 Wellington
The top 5 deck & fence builders in Wellington are #1 Impact Outdoors, #2 Scapegoats Landscaping, #3 Warner Fences & Gates, #4 Wellington Landscaping, and #5 Upgrades Building, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Impact Outdoors Wellington
★ 4.9 158 reviews +4 Top5 Score 164 -25★ 152 4★ 4 3★ 2Impact Outdoors gets outdoor canopies, louvres and pergolas built to a fixed timeline, including in bad weather, with Deep leading the consultation from first contact through to installation. They take time upfront to work through bespoke requirements without pressuring a quick decision, and the installation crew has been noted for catching and fixing imperfections on the day.
location_on 7 Clendon Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt
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Scapegoats Landscaping
↑ 3★ 4.7 49 reviews +1 Top5 Score 145 +45★ 42 4★ 2 3★ 2 2★ 1 1★ 2Scapegoats Landscaping builds decks, fences, gates and balustrades as part of coordinated outdoor projects, with Reuben typically leading the design conversation and crews like Jason, Walt and Jacob carrying the work through to a tidy finish. When unexpected decisions come up mid-build, the team works through options on the spot rather than going quiet, which reviewers with complex or evolving projects found particularly valuable.
location_on PO Box 56063, Tawa, Wellington
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Warner Fences & Gates Wellington
↑ 3★ 4.6 55 reviews Top5 Score 145 +55★ 48 4★ 2 3★ 1 1★ 4Warner Fences & Gates covers automated gates, fencing, deck screening and glass balustrades, with Damien coordinating site visits, consultations and installation from start to finish. When technical issues came up after handover, Damien returned personally each time to resolve them, a level of follow-through that set this company apart for several clients.
location_on 1 Te Puni Street, Petone, Lower Hutt
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Wellington Landscaping Ltd
↓ 2★ 4.9 35 reviews +1 Top5 Score 144 +15★ 34 1★ 1Wellington Landscaping builds fences, decks and pergolas, and Sandor's approach of coordinating closely with neighbours and tenants makes shared-boundary and tenanted-property jobs run smoothly. Quotes come in competitively against other trades, and clients who return for follow-on projects cite consistent workmanship and a tidy site at every stage.
location_on 8A Elliott Street, Johnsonville, Wellington
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Upgrades Building - Wellington Builder
↓ 2★ 5.0 28 reviews Top5 Score 1435★ 28Upgrades Building coordinates Kwila deck builds, fence and retaining wall combos, and pergola additions, often folding them into larger home projects without the client needing to manage multiple contractors. Jarvis brings design input to each job, steering clients toward material and layout choices that hold up over time, and the final price quoted is the price charged on completion.
location_on 7 Mandalay Terrace, Khandallah, Wellington
Before you hire a deck and fence builder in Wellington
Drawn from 175 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 and composite options push toward $600 to $800 or more. Ground conditions, height above grade, and removal of an existing structure all add to that base rate.
Fencing in standard timber paling runs $150 to $300 per linear metre, with pool fencing or custom aluminium gates reaching $400 to $600 per linear metre. Consent fees for decks over 1.5 metres high add roughly $1,000 to $2,500 depending on your council.
When does a deck or fence need a building consent? expand_more
Any deck more than 1.5 metres above ground level requires a building consent under the Building Act 2004, so confirm the finished height with your builder before work starts. Fences do not require consent unless they exceed 2.5 metres in height or include a retaining wall holding back more than 1.5 metres of ground.
Pool fencing sits under a separate and stricter regime: the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 requires a barrier at least 1.2 metres high around any pool capable of holding 400mm of water, with self-latching gates that open away from the pool, and your local council carries out inspections. On shared boundaries, the Fencing Act 1978 entitles each neighbour to contribute equally to a standard fence, and disputes can be taken to the Disputes Tribunal if agreement cannot be reached.
What timber and treatment level should be used outdoors and in ground? expand_more
Posts set directly in the ground require H5 treated timber because that level resists both rot and insect attack in prolonged soil contact, while H4 is the minimum for timber in ground contact in less exposed situations. Decking boards and rails above ground need at least H3.2 treatment for exterior exposure, but using a lower grade to save money leads to rot and movement within a few years. Hardwoods like Kwila, mentioned positively in reviews, naturally resist decay and suit exposed decking surfaces well, while composite boards remove the treatment question entirely but come at a higher upfront cost.
What are the warning signs of a deck or fence builder you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –Posts not set in concrete or footings dug too shallow will cause leaning or collapse within a few seasons, especially on Wellington's sloped sections.
- –A verbal quote with no itemised breakdown makes it impossible to check what timber grade, footing depth, or disposal of the old structure is included.
- –Demanding a large upfront deposit before any materials are ordered or consents are confirmed is a common sign of cash-flow problems.
- –Skipping a required building consent for a deck over 1.5 metres high leaves you liable for an unconsented structure when you sell.
- –One negative review in this group described site rubbish, broken posts left in the ground, and threats from a director when the client raised concerns, so check how a builder handles complaints before signing.
- –Rot or movement appearing within two years of installation almost always points to the wrong timber treatment grade being used for ground-contact posts.
What should you ask before hiring a deck or fence builder? expand_more
- –Ask whether a building consent is needed for your specific deck height or fence type, and confirm in writing who will apply for it and pay the council fees.
- –Ask what H-treatment rating is specified for posts going into the ground versus the decking boards, and request this in the written quote.
- –Ask how deep the footings will be and whether posts will be set in concrete, as this is the single biggest driver of long-term stability on sloped Wellington sections.
- –Ask whether removal and disposal of the existing structure is included in the quoted price, since several reviewers here noted this was handled smoothly only when agreed upfront.
- –Ask for the name of the Licensed Building Practitioner responsible for the work, which you can verify through the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Licensed Building Practitioners register.
- –Ask what workmanship guarantee applies and get the timeline in writing, including a clear payment schedule tied to project milestones rather than a large payment upfront.
Also recommended deck & fence builders in Wellington
Ranked 6 to 10 on the same public review record.
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Vert Construction Ltd
↓ 2★ 5.0 25 reviews -1 Top5 Score 142 -15★ 24 4★ 1Vert Construction takes on deck and fence repairs alongside broader builds, with Ish working through design options with clients before a single nail goes in. When scope changes or unexpected issues surface mid-job, he brings choices to the client rather than pressing ahead, and jobs are finished faster than most clients anticipate.
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Built Construction Group Limited
↑ 1★ 4.8 24 reviews +1 Top5 Score 138 +25★ 23 1★ 1Built Construction Group takes on structurally demanding deck builds, timber fence and gate construction, and multi-discipline projects where geotech, structural engineers, council consents and architects all need coordinating under one builder. Matt leads client communication throughout, keeping owners informed at each stage so there are no surprises on timeline or budget at handover.
location_on 77 Victory Avenue Karori, 4 Britomart Street, Berhampore, Wellington
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Level Up Building Kapiti Limited
↓ 1★ 5.0 17 reviews +1 Top5 Score 137 +15★ 17Level Up Building delivered a large bamboo deck and a retaining wall enclosing a wraparound studio deck on the Kapiti Coast, with Logan coordinating both projects closely while clients' plans evolved mid-build. Reviewers on remote or complex jobs noted he kept communication running without prompting, suggested practical ideas, and left a tidy site throughout.
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Real Fencing Wellington
★ 4.9 16 reviews +2 Top5 Score 135 +15★ 15 4★ 1Real Fencing Wellington builds fences and gates of varying scale, including long boundary runs in tough winter conditions, and moves from quote to completed job with a speed that several clients specifically noted. Satwinder's practice of visiting the site personally throughout a build, working to agreed budgets and timeframes even when special requests add complexity, gives clients a clear point of accountability from first contact to handover.
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Keen Builders Ltd
★ 5.0 9 reviews Top5 Score 1285★ 9Keen Builders fitted a new porch deck and replaced weatherboards on a century-old cottage, with precise scribers and mitre joints that reviewers specifically pointed to as standout craft. Brae communicates promptly, turns up as promised, and spots issues beyond the original scope, such as flagging a potential leak mid-job, without waiting to be asked.
About this ranking
What the 10 deck & fence builders listed above hold, at the 15 August 2026 check.
We first assessed deck & fence builders in Wellington 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. Warner Fences & Gates entered the top 5, up from #6. Vert Construction left the top 5, down to #6. Keen Builders entered the list at #10.
- Jun 2026
First check. Impact Outdoors #1.
How are the top deck & fence builders in Wellington chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for deck & fence builders in Wellington. 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.
What does a business subscription offer? expand_more
No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Claiming and verifying a listing is free. It adds a phone number to the card and a small trust bonus (+3 points) to its score, for confirming a real operator stands behind the listing. The owner also gets a dashboard showing how their score is made up. A paid subscription provides an enhanced card with more ways to reach the business, including a website link and a detailed profile page. It also refreshes this page monthly and adds ranking history and competitor analysis to the owner's dashboard. The subscription adds nothing to the score. Claim your listing or see what a subscription includes.
Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for deck & fence builders in Wellington. 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.