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NORTH CANTERBURY BUILDS WITH HEART

As North Canterbury locals, Scarlet Construction go beyond building just structures

Scarlet Construction was built on the need of neighbours and locals in the community after the 2016 Kaikoura Earthquake and this has remained at the core of our business, where a job is seen not just as business but a way in which we can continue to “help” and serve our neighbours and those in the community and beyond.

We’ll always strive to give you a helping hand, no matter how small the job. From designing the home of your dreams to helping with a new farm shed, we’re here to support you.

Chris & Helana

The Scarlet Construction Story

Chris began his building experience in the late 1990’s, working for a business that specialised in rural and light industrial builds.  After several years of building, Chris had the opportunity to head into the farming sector in a family run farm in Waiau, North Canterbury.

Nearly 2 decades later, after the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake hit, Chris found himself helping his neighbours and locals in the community rebuild their homes and livelihoods.  As a result, Scarlet Construction Ltd was formed in 2017 when Chris ventured out from a career in farming into building which had still been a passion of his over the years.

And this is where we find Chris today, 7 years later, now a registered Licensed Building Practitioner and still enjoying the challenge of the variety of work that building provides.  With his wife, Helana, and an awesome team of builders by his side, Scarlet Construction Ltd has become more than just business for Chris, it has been a way in which he has felt he can continue to serve his community by providing a service to his clients that is founded on his ability to think outside the box and problem solve, tackle whatever curve balls and challenges may arise and, most importantly of all, connect with his clients in an open and friendly manner, with his aim to alleviate unnecessary stress and weight for them that the building process can cause.

Chris & Helana Scarlet of Scarlet Construction sitting on the deck of a completed log cabin build.
Chris Scarlet (front) owner of Scarlet construction with 3 of his team members sitting on the decking of a log cabin build.

There's truly no building job too big, or too small for our local team.

A log cabin built by the Scarlet Construction team.

New Builds

  • New residential or rural homes

  • Sheds - Implement, lean-to, farm sheds

  • Experience in all construction methods

  • Support from design to completion

The front view of a veranda renovation project with an attached pergola, built by Scarlet Construction.

Renovations

  • Extensions and add-ons

  • Re-modelling

  • Re-cladding

  • Kitchen renovations

  • Bathroom renovations

  • Interior wall removals

The Lyford Fire Station built by Scarlet Construction.

Sheds & Everything Else

  • Decks

  • Pergolas

  • Verandas/Balconies

  • Retaining Walls

  • Garages

  • Sheds - Garden, Farm, Implement

  • Concrete work – Foundations, Driveways, Patios and Outdoor areas, Paths etc

We'll walk you through your construction from initial ideas, to completion.

1. Support & feedback during planning & design 

Chris' expertise can help you make sure that your build is achievable, and can meet your budget expectations too.

2. Transparent pricing for peace of mind

We take time to price work fairly, and communicate changes/challenges as they arise so there are no surprises in the final invoice. 

3. A well-planned build with clear communication throughout

Our projects are planned efficiently, with open lines of communication throughout, including regular site updates.

4. Craftsmanship checks throughout

All work is thoroughly checked at the end of each project stage by Chris to make sure it meets a high standard of workmanship.

A few of our recent projects:

Get in touch with us for a no-obligation chat

To tell us about your build project, use the contact form below, or email us at {email here}. We'll take a look and get in touch with you to talk things over. For all urgent enquiries please don't hesitate to call Chris on 027 215 5577.

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Thanks for getting in touch! We have received your enquiry and will do our best to get back to you within 3 working days. For all urgent enquiries please call Chris on 027 215 55777

"Where integrity builds relationships, and heart constructs homes."

Location

Inland Road
Waiau
North Canterbury

Servicing our Community

Waikari, Hawarden, Culverden, Hanmer Springs, Rotherham, Waiau, Lyford, Mount Lyford, Amuri, Hurunui.

No job too small

New Home Builds
Building Extensions/Alterations
Renovations
Decks
Pergolas
Verandas/Lean-Tos
Retaining Walls
Garages
Sheds - Garden, Farm, Implement
Concrete work – Foundations, Driveways, Patios and Outdoor areas, Paths