Quality Renovations, Built on Trust
Over 20 years of residential building experience. Premium alterations and renovations for homeowners who value craftsmanship, transparency, and getting the job done right.
20+ Years in the Trade
I started building because I love the work. Twenty-plus years later, that hasn’t changed. I spent eight years as a foreman with one of Auckland’s top residential companies, delivering award-winning homes and architecturally driven builds. Now based in Tauranga, I run a tight operation focused on doing quality work for people who appreciate it.
I don’t take on every job. I work with a small number of clients at a time, and I work with the same trusted contractors I’ve relied on for 20 years. That means you get consistency, communication, and a builder who is actually on your site.
I’m upfront about costs. Every quote is fully broken down so you know exactly where your money is going. No surprises.
– Lance Russell, LWR Builders
Premium Residential Renovations
We focus on residential alterations and renovations in the Mt Maunganui to Te Puna corridor. Not new builds. Not commercial. Just considered, well-executed renovation work for people who care about the result.
If you’ve just bought a home that isn’t quite right, or you’re planning to make your current place work better, we can help you figure out the best path forward before you spend a dollar with an architect.
Renovations & Alterations
Full-scope residential renovations from planning through to handover. Kitchen and bathroom upgrades, extensions, layout changes, and complete home transformations.
Project Guidance
Honest advice before you commit. Budget reality checks, architect recommendations, and a clear path forward. We’ll tell you if the plan doesn’t add up.
Open-Book Pricing
Every quote is fully itemised. Materials, labour, margin. You see everything. No hidden costs, no bill shock at the end.
How We Work
Built on Relationships
Always Answer the Phone
Whether it’s a question about your build or you’re locked out on Christmas morning. We pick up, we show up, and we follow through.
No Surprises
Open-book pricing with every cost broken down. You’ll know where your money is going and what to expect, from day one through to completion.
Same Crew, Every Time
We’ve worked with the same trusted contractors for over 20 years. No revolving door. You get people who know what they’re doing.
Our Work
Recent Projects
What Clients Say
Trusted by Our Clients
Placeholder ClientResidential Renovation, Mt Maunganui“Lance is the kind of builder you want on your project. Straightforward, reliable, and the quality of his work speaks for itself. We wouldn’t use anyone else.”
Placeholder ClientHome Alteration, Te Puna“From the first conversation, Lance was honest about what it would cost and how long it would take. No overselling. The finished result was exactly what we wanted.”
Let's Talk About Your Project
Whether you’re early in the planning process or ready to get started, we’re here to have an honest conversation about what’s possible.