Home Renovations Wellington
From kitchen reconfigurations and open-plan living conversions to full interior refurbishments, we handle every aspect of the renovation process with care and precision.
At West Beach Construction, we specialise in high-quality home renovations that breathe new life into your existing space. Whether your home is dated, no longer suits your lifestyle, or needs a modern refresh, our team can help reimagine your layout and upgrade key areas - all while maintaining the integrity of your home.
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Home Renovation Services
Layout Redesigns
Open up spaces, improve flow, and adapt your home’s layout to better suit modern living.
Interior Upgrades
From new flooring and lighting to custom cabinetry and finishes, we update every detail with care.
Kitchen and Bathroom Improvements
Upgrade the most-used areas in your home with improved storage, surfaces, and design.
Structural Alterations
Need to move or remove walls? We handle structural changes with full compliance and engineering support.
Minimal Disruption
We manage renovations efficiently, respecting your home, time, and peace of mind throughout the build.
Why Choose West Beach Construction for Your Renovation?
How a renovation runs with West Beach Construction
Every renovation starts with a site visit, because Wellington houses hide too much behind the linings to price from photos. We talk through how you want the house to work, then send a written quote that itemises structure, plumbing, electrical, finishes and a contingency for what an older house may reveal. Once accepted we book the trades, order joinery with the lead times it needs and agree a programme with you. Most clients stay in the house; we seal off the work area and keep a kitchen or bathroom running wherever we can. At the end there is a walk-through, a clean site and the consent paperwork where the job needed it.
Where we renovate
We are based at Timberlea in Upper Hutt and work across the Wellington region: Wellington city from Karori and Johnsonville to Miramar and Island Bay, Lower Hutt including Petone, Eastbourne and Wainuiomata, all of Upper Hutt, Porirua, and the Kapiti Coast from Paekakariki to Otaki. Travel is built into the quote, not added afterwards.
Upper Hutt homeowners can also see our dedicated home renovations in Upper Hutt page.
Consent, and what affects the cost
Cosmetic and like-for-like work is exempt from building consent under Schedule 1 of the Building Act. Removing a load-bearing wall, moving plumbing, adding a bathroom or changing the building envelope needs consent from your council, and we manage the builder side of that. On cost, the biggest drivers are structural work, plumbing and electrical changes, the level of finish, and what we find once the old linings come off. Our quotes separate those parts so you can adjust scope before we start.
What clients say
"Ethan and the team did an awesome job replacing a rotten bottom plate, and replacing a rotten floor in the basement of my rental property. The quote was very detailed and he solved problems I did not realise I had without asking, like swapping the door opening direction so it does not strike the new floor. Will definitely use West Beach for the next few building jobs."
Homeowner, Hataitai, Wellington - verified Builderscrack review, January 2026
"We needed a small job done very quickly. Ethan rearranged his schedule and got it done straight away, to a good standard. Good communication. Happy to recommend Ethan to others."
Homeowner, Lyall Bay, Wellington - verified Builderscrack review, April 2025
Home renovators who manage the whole job
Choosing home renovators in Wellington comes down to who will run the project once the old linings come off. At West Beach Construction the person who quotes your renovation is on site for the work, and we book and sequence the plumber, electrician, tiler and painter ourselves, so you deal with one builder from the first visit to the final walk-through.
Many renovations centre on one or two rooms, so we also have dedicated pages on kitchen renovations in Wellington and renovating a bathroom. If the house needs more room rather than a better layout, a home extension may be the better answer. For further reading, our guide to choosing home renovators covers the questions to ask before you sign, and modernising older Wellington homes looks at villas and bungalows in particular.
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
West Beach Construction provides a full range of home renovation services, including layout redesigns, open-plan conversions, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, interior refurbishments, and structural alterations. Whether you’re renovating a single room or your entire home, we manage every stage with care and precision.
Yes. We take care of all required building consents, approvals, and compliance processes. As a locally owned Wellington-based builder, we have a strong understanding of council requirements and ensure all work meets current building standards and regulations.
In many cases, homeowners can remain living in their property while renovations are underway. We plan our work carefully to minimise disruption and maintain a safe, tidy environment. If temporary relocation is recommended for certain stages, we’ll discuss this with you well in advance.
Timeframes vary depending on the size and complexity of the project. Smaller renovations may take a few weeks, while full home refurbishments can take several months. We provide clear timelines upfront and keep you informed throughout the build.
Not always. Many of our clients remain in their homes during renovations, especially for staged or non-structural work. We’ll discuss this early and tailor the plan to your needs.
Getting started is simple. Contact Ethan on 022 621 5980 or book a consultation through our website. We’ll arrange a free on-site consultation to discuss your goals, assess your space, and provide tailored advice and a detailed quote.
Yes, and we expect to find rot, borer and past unconsented alterations in them. We price with a contingency, show you what we find and fix it properly.
Yes. Many clients start with a kitchen or bathroom and come back for the next stage. We plan each stage so it does not undo the last.
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Whether you're updating a single room or renovating your entire home, West Beach Construction can help make it happen with confidence. Contact us today to arrange a free consultation and quote.