Pool Cost NZ (2026): Fibreglass, Concrete & Hidden QS Costs
Dreaming of a swimming pool? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the real 2026 costs for pools in NZ, plus the hidden excavation, retaining, and F9 fencing fees.
Outdoor Projects
Deck Cost per m² NZ (2026): $350–$900+ (Pine vs Kwila vs Composite)
Planning a new deck? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the exact 2026 deck cost per m² in NZ for pine, Kwila, and composite — plus the hidden costs most builders don’t mention upfront.
Concrete Patio Cost NZ (2026): $120–$300+ per m² QS Guide
Planning a new concrete patio in NZ? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the exact 2026 costs per m² for plain, coloured, exposed aggregate, and honed concrete — plus the hidden costs most contractors won’t tell you.
Pergola Cost NZ (2026): $150–$1,500+ per m² (Timber vs Louvre)
Thinking of adding a pergola or louvre roof to your outdoor space? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the exact 2026 costs per m² and total budgets by size in NZ.
Garage Build Cost NZ (2026): $25k–$70k + $1,200–$2,500 per m²
Planning to build a new garage in New Zealand? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the 2026 costs for single and double garages, including slab costs and council fees.
Landscaping Cost NZ (2026): $50–$300 per m² + $10k–$70k Backyard Guide
Planning a backyard renovation in NZ? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the real 2026 landscaping costs per m² and full project budgets.
Driveway Cost NZ (2026): $80–$250 per m² (Concrete vs Asphalt vs Gravel)
Wondering how much a new driveway costs in New Zealand? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the 2026 prices per square metre for concrete, asphalt, and gravel.
Fence Cost NZ (2026): $180–$450 per metre (Timber vs Colorsteel)
How much does a fence cost in New Zealand? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the 2026 prices per metre for timber, Colorsteel, and block walls.
Retaining Wall Cost NZ (2026): $450–$1,200 per m² (Timber vs Concrete)
Planning to build a retaining wall in New Zealand? A Quantity Surveyor breaks down the real 2026 costs per square metre for timber, concrete, and keystone walls.
Deck Cost NZ (2026): $7,000–$18,000+ (Pine vs Kwila vs Composite)
Planning to build a deck in New Zealand? A local Quantity Surveyor breaks down the real 2026 costs per square metre for Pine, Kwila, and Composite decking.