Kitchen Renovations
A well-designed kitchen genuinely changes how a home functions and feels, while adding real, lasting value to a property. From concept to completion, Peaky Builders works closely with you to create a kitchen that suits your style, your household, and your budget.
Backed by fixed pricing, open communication, and our Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee, our team of NZ Certified Builders and Licensed Building Practitioners brings over 50 years of combined experience to every Wellington kitchen renovation project.
Transform your Wellington kitchen into one of the most enjoyable spaces in your home. Contact us for a complimentary, no-obligation on-site consultation today!
Kitchen Renovations in Wellington
Kitchen Design and Layout Planning
We work closely with you to understand what you want to achieve with a kitchen renovation in Wellington.
Our NZ Certified Builders can reference your plans directly or work alongside your architect to optimise the flow, storage, and functionality of your space.
Joinery, Cabinetry, and Benchtop
From custom joinery to engineered stone, laminate, and timber benchtops, we'll help you make informed decisions on what will look exceptional and hold up to daily use for years to come.
We work with our preferred supplier network to source materials and finishes that meet your design vision and budget.
Our Kitchen Renovation Services
Every kitchen renovation we take on in Wellington is managed end-to-end by our team. This means that you deal with one point of contact instead of coordinating a string of separate trades yourself.
Whether you're looking to update the fixtures, install new flooring, or complete kitchen remodelling, we have the expertise to handle it all.
Flooring, Splashbacks, and Tiling
Our team handles the full scope of floor and wall work in-house.
We'll guide you through material selection for flooring, splashbacks, and tiling to ensure everything complements the wider design without blowing out the budget.
Plumbing and Electrical Coordination
We coordinate with a trusted network of Wellington subcontractors, keep everything on schedule, and make sure the work meets New Zealand building code requirements throughout.
Appliance Integration and Final Fit-Out
Once your kitchen remodelling is complete, we handle the integration of your appliances, rangehoods, sinks, and hardware as part of the final fit-out.
Every project over $200,000 also receives a professional commercial clean before handover.
Our Kitchen Renovation Process
1.Initial Consultation
We start with a no-obligation on-site consultation at your Wellington home, where we take the time to understand how you actually use your kitchen, what's frustrating you about the current space, and what you want the finished result to look and feel like.
We'll also talk through your budget early, so there are no awkward conversations or hidden costs further down the track.
2.Design, Planning, and Quote
Once we have a clear picture of your brief, we work with your architect's plans or alongside our preferred design partners to develop a layout and specification that suits your home.
From there, we provide a fixed-price quote that covers the full scope of work. Every material, every trade, every detail is accounted for upfront, so the price you agree to is the price you pay.
3.Consents and Pre-Build Preparation
Where your renovation requires a building consent, we manage that process on your behalf and coordinate the scheduling of all trades before a single tool is picked up. Getting this preparation right is what keeps the build phase running smoothly and on time.
4.The Build Phase
This is where your kitchen takes shape. Our team works to a confirmed schedule, and throughout the build, you'll have real-time access to your project through our client portal, including timeline updates and fresh site photos uploaded every Wednesday.
If a variation comes up, we'll talk you through it fully and won't proceed with anything until you've given your approval.
5.Professional Clean and Handover
When the build is complete, every Peaky Builders project over $200,000 receives a professional commercial clean before we hand over the keys. You walk into a finished, immaculate kitchen on day one.
Our team has spent over 50 years working on Wellington home renovations across every style and scale. That depth of experience means we've encountered most of the challenges a kitchen renovation can throw up, and we know how to handle them without passing the stress on to you. We are committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations.
We are NZ Certified Builders and Licensed Building Practitioners. Every member of our team has also undergone rigorous police vetting before setting foot in your home.
As NZCB members, our clients are eligible for the Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee, which provides protection that goes well beyond what the Building Act and Consumer Guarantees Act cover on their own. Your kitchen renovation is protected not just during the build but for the full decade following completion.
Customer satisfaction is at the core of what we do. We believe in open communication and transparency throughout the renovation process. Our team will keep you updated on progress and address any concerns or questions along the way.
The Peaky Builders Difference
Here's what our clients say
”We decided to renovate our kitchen and bathroom with Peaky Builders as we were told about their excellent reputation. Very professional and easy to work with. Got exactly what we planned and discussed, very happy with the outcome.”
Rachel McDowall, Homeowner
”I had Terence, Jeannine and their crew in to do a kitchen renovation for my inner city apartment. They were great to work with and fit in around my tenant. The fixed price quote was awesome too as I knew exactly what all costs were up front so there were no surprises.”
Jared Mastrovich, Homeowner
Get Fixed Pricing Through Our Preferred Supplier Network
We've spent years building relationships with a trusted network of Wellington suppliers and subcontractors, and that network works directly in your favour.
It allows us to offer you the current lowest available market price for your project as a fixed price, without compromising the quality of what goes into your kitchen renovation project.
Contact us today!
Ready to transform your kitchen? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us bring your vision to life. Experience the Peaky difference. Email us at hello@peakybuilders.co.nz
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Wellington?
It depends significantly on the scope of work, the materials you choose, and whether any structural changes are involved.
Projects involving layout changes, plumbing relocation, or wall removal will sit toward the higher end, while a more straightforward refresh with quality finishes is lower. Each Peaky Builders project is quoted at a fixed price, so the number you agree to at the start is the number you pay at the end.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
A straightforward kitchen renovation in Wellington typically takes between four and six weeks from the start of the build phase.
More complex projects involving consent, layout reconfiguration, custom joinery, or significant plumbing and electrical work can run anywhere from eight to twelve weeks. We provide a detailed schedule before the build begins and manage all trades to keep that timeline on track.
Do I need building consent for a kitchen renovation in Wellington?
Not always. Cosmetic updates, such as replacing cabinetry, benchtops, or appliances in their existing positions, generally don't require building consent.
However, if your renovation involves moving or adding plumbing, relocating drainage, removing walls, or making any structural changes, you will require consent from Wellington City Council under the Building Act 2004, typically processed within 20 working days. We'll advise you clearly during the consultation phase on whether your project requires consent and manage the process accordingly.
Can I live in my home during the kitchen renovation?
Absolutely. We are experienced at working around occupied Wellington homes and will talk you through the practical realities of planning around meals and access to water before the build starts.
As much as possible, we will sequence the work to minimise disruption to your household.
