Trusted Deck Builders in Mount Maunganui & Tauranga
A well-built timber deck adds more than just outdoor space, it boosts your property’s value, improves the natural flow of your home, and creates a better way to enjoy the outdoors all year round. Whether you’re entertaining friends and family, relaxing after work, or giving the kids extra room to play, a professionally built deck transforms any backyard into a welcoming, functional space designed for living. A deck is not only practical, it’s an investment that makes your home more enjoyable today while adding value for the future.
At Nativise Construction, we are trusted deck builders in Tauranga and across the Bay of Plenty, specialising in custom timber decks that are made to last. From simple platform decks to multi-level features with steps, seating, or planters, we focus on strong construction, durable materials, and finishes that complement your home and lifestyle. Our team works closely with you from design through to completion, ensuring your deck not only looks great, but is built for everyday use and long-term durability. With Nativise Construction, you get more than just a deck, you get an outdoor space that truly enhances the way you live.
What You Can Expect
Transparent
Pricing
We believe in transparent and detailed pricing to ensure our clients have a clear understanding of the costs involved in their projects.
Personalised
Approach
We offer personalized and tailored construction solutions, ensuring that each project is treated with the attention and care it deserves.
Quality Workmanship
Our experience spans high-end architectural builds, heritage home restorations, and large-scale renovations — a reflection of the care, capability, and attention to detail we bring to every project.
Licensed & Qualified
Nativise Construction is fully licensed and insured, providing our clients with the peace of mind that their projects are in safe and capable hands.
We Build Decks All Over Tauranga
We provide a full range of decking services to suit every property and project. We build decks all over Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, Papamoa & the wider Bay of Plenty from new timber deck construction built from scratch to match your site, layout, and design goals, to floating decks that are perfect if you want a smart solution over existing concrete. We also carry out deck extensions, giving you more space or a better layout by expanding what you already have.
To make your outdoor area practical and safe, we design and build timber stairs and platforms that create easy access from your home, as well as balustrades and handrails that are fully compliant and tailored to match the style of your deck. If your deck is showing signs of age, our repairs and upgrades can re-strengthen, re-finish, or replace damaged areas, bringing it back to life.
We also offer commercial decking solutions for cafes, childcare centres, and business premises, ensuring durability, compliance, and a professional finish.
For smaller jobs, our maintenance services cover everything from fixing loose boards to replacing worn-out framing, keeping your deck safe and looking its best.
Every deck we build is constructed with durability, safety, and compliance in mind, so you can enjoy your outdoor space for years to come.
Types of Decking we use
Garapa – Premium & Elegant
Pine - Most Affordable
Pine is the most budget-friendly decking option. Treated pine is pressure-treated to withstand insects, decay, and weather exposure. It’s softer than hardwoods but easy to work with and can be painted or stained to suit your style. A solid choice if you’re after an affordable deck that still looks great.
Kwila – Durable & Rich in Colour
Kwila is one of New Zealand’s most popular hardwood decking timbers. It has a beautiful reddish-brown colour that naturally weathers to a silver-grey. Strong, stable, and long-lasting, Kwila offers a step up in quality compared to pine while staying in the mid-range price bracket.
Garapa is a golden-brown South American hardwood with a smooth, fine grain. It’s naturally resistant to rot, insects, and weather damage, giving it a luxurious finish. Garapa is one of the more expensive decking materials, chosen for high-end projects where a refined, timeless look is the goal.
Vitex – Sustainable & Light in Colour
Vitex is a sustainably harvested Pacific hardwood with a light brown tone that fades to a soft silver. It’s durable, stable, and has a natural coastal look that suits many Kiwi homes. Vitex is slightly higher in price than Kwila but is valued for its eco-credentials and attractive appearance.
Purpleheart – Exotic & Extremely Hard
Purpleheart stands out for its striking purple tones when freshly cut, which silvers off as it weathers. It’s one of the hardest and most durable decking timbers available, making it incredibly long-lasting. A premium option for those who want something truly unique.
Abodo – Eco-Friendly & Locally Sourced
Abodo is a New Zealand-grown alternative designed for sustainability. Heat-treated for durability, it’s stable, lightweight, and carries a warm, natural look that weathers beautifully over time. Abodo is perfect if you want an environmentally friendly decking option that’s locally made and designed to last.
Do You Need a Building Consent for a Deck or Verandah
in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga & Papamoa?”
Not all outdoor structures need consent — but it depends on the details.
Decks usually don’t need consent if the fall height is 1.5 metres or less, and they don’t affect the house’s structure or weathertightness.
Balustrades (guardrails) are still required if there's a fall of 1 metre or more, but this doesn’t trigger the need for consent on its own.
Verandahs, porches, and awnings can also be exempt — but only if they are:
- Up to 30 square metres, and
- On the ground floor, and
- Not enclosed (no walls or doors), and
- Built in a way that doesn’t affect the weathertightness or structure of the home.
We’ll check your design and location, and let you know if a consent is needed ,so you're always covered before the work starts.
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Our clients are at the heart of everything we do, and their feedback speaks louder than anything we could say.
From homeowners to business owners, people across the Bay of Plenty choose Nativise Construction for our clear communication, reliable workmanship, and commitment to quality.
Read what some of our clients have to say about their experience working with us.
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We like to keep things simple and transparent, so you know exactly what to expect at every stage of your project. Our process is designed to make building stress-free, with clear communication from start to finish.
From your first enquiry through to completion, we guide you step by step, keeping everything straightforward, honest, and on track.
Step 1
Enquiry
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Step 2
Site Visit & Measure
We’ll meet you on-site, take measurements, and talk through your goals so we fully understand what you want to achieve.
Step 3
Pricing & Proposal
You’ll receive clear, upfront pricing based on your project requirements. We explain everything so you know exactly what’s included.
Step 4
Scheduling
Once you approve the proposal, we lock in your project timeline and organise materials, subcontractors, and everything needed to keep the build running smoothly.
Step 5
Build & Completion
Once you’re happy to move forward, we begin construction. Our team keeps you updated throughout the build and hands over a finished result you can enjoy with confidence.
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