Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington House Repiling
House repiling & foundation specialists in Wellington, NZ.
No-obligation quotes Β· Licensed Building Practitioners.
Serving Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua & Kapiti Coast.
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LBP
Licensed Building Practitioner
NZS3604
Compliant workmanship
Experienced
Specialist repilers
Who we are
Wellington's locally owned house repiling specialists.
Wellington House Repiling is locally owned and operated by Stephen Pihama, a Licensed Building Practitioner trained specifically in house foundations. Not a general builder. Not a contracts manager. A specialist repiler who has worked in this field hands-on for years and holds formal qualifications in house foundation work.
Stephen is on every job personally. When you call Wellington House Repiling, you're dealing directly with the person who will be under your house doing the work, not a salesperson who hands it off to a crew.
We offer no-obligation assessments and quotes across the entire Wellington region, including Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, and the Kapiti Coast.
About us β
NZS3604 Regulated
Fully certified LBP member. All work meets New Zealand Building Code standards.
Warning signs
Does your Wellington home need repiling?
Wellington's clay soils, steep sections, wet climate, and seismic activity are hard on foundations. Here's what to watch for.
Bouncy or soft floors
Floors that flex or feel spongy underfoot are a classic sign of failing piles underneath.
Sloping or uneven floors
If things roll across the floor or you notice a consistent tilt, the house has likely shifted.
Sticking doors and windows
When foundations move, door and window frames rack, making them hard to open or close.
Cracks in walls or ceilings
Diagonal cracks from corners of doors and windows often signal foundation movement.
Builder's report concerns
Pre-purchase reports frequently flag deteriorated, non-compliant, or missing piles.
Visible rot or borer
If you've been under the house, rotting timber or borer holes in piles are serious warning signs.
Seen any of these? Book an assessment, honest advice, no pressure.
Our services
House repiling & foundation services in Wellington
From a single rotten pile to a full earthquake-strength repile, we handle all residential foundation work across Wellington and the wider region.
House Leveling
Bouncy, sloping or uneven floors? We lift and relevel your home using specialist lifting equipment and pile packing.
Learn more βFoundation Repair
Sinking piles, earthquake damage, subsidence, full foundation assessment and repair to NZS3604 standard.
Learn more βConcrete & TΕtara Pile Replacement
Replacing cracked, shallow or unconnected concrete piles and original TΕtara piles in Wellington homes.
Learn more βTimber Pile Replacement
Full or partial replacement of rotten, settled or failed timber piles, treated timber or concrete options.
Learn more βEarthquake Strengthening
Bracing piles, anchor connections and mechanical upgrades to protect Wellington homes against seismic forces.
Learn more βSubfloor & More
Rotten subfloor framing, unsecured piles, crawl space work, see all our foundation services.
Learn more βOur work
House repiling projects across Wellington
Photos from real repiling and foundation jobs across Wellington, Lower Hutt, and the Kapiti Coast.
Why choose us
Wellington's repiling specialists, not generalists
There are general builders who occasionally do repiling, and there are specialists who do nothing else. We're the latter.
Owner on every job
Stephen Pihama is personally on the tools for every repile. You get the specialist, not a subcontractor sent in his place.
Licensed Building Practitioner
All work carried out under LBP licence to NZS3604 standard. Fully compliant, documented and insurable.
Foundation specialists only
We don't do kitchens, decks or extensions. Foundations are all we do, which is why we're so good at them.
No-obligation quotes
We come to your property, crawl under the house, assess every pile, at no obligation.
Honest assessment
We tell you what actually needs doing, not what generates the biggest job. Partial repile if that's all you need.
Competitive rates, tidy work
Locally owned means lower overhead. Our sites are always left clean, consistently mentioned in reviews.
Reviews
What Wellington homeowners say
Kaycee Haze
"Professional and informative"
We had our house repiled by Stephen and his team whom were from the beginning very professional and informative throughout the entire process. Besides the excellent repiling that was done we were very impressed by the tidiness of our property and respect they had as this is our family home. A great company and highly recommend!
Anna Castelle
"Highly recommend"
We were incredibly lucky to have Wellington House Repiling work on our house, which needed a lot of repiling work. Stephen was very professional, hard working and super helpful. He made the whole process feel smooth, so reliable, quick to reply, and always there when he said he would be. We have nothing but good things to say.
Fatima Dean
"Absolutely amazing job"
Absolutely amazing job from Stephen and the team. Punctual and very professional! I can't thank you enough for our level floors and strong foundations. I highly recommend Wellington House Repiling.
Ronise Paul
"Did a great job"
Stephen and his team did a great job. Was prompt, professional and left the site tidy. Has made me feel secure in my property and I know what he has done will last for years. Can highly recommend!
Richard Jacket
"Super helpful"
Great job and well-explained. Stephen was super helpful with general advice too.
Mal Laird
"Great repiling work"
Great repiling work from Stephen and his team on my property, very professional. Work was delivered on time and on schedule. Recommended.
Coverage
Wellington house repiling, areas we service
We cover the full Wellington region. If you're not sure whether we service your area, just get in touch.
FAQ
House repiling Wellington, common questions
What is house repiling?
House repiling is the process of replacing or reinforcing the foundation piles beneath your home. Most Wellington homes are built on timber or concrete piles. Over time, timber piles rot, settle, or get attacked by borer, causing floors to bounce, slope, and move. Repiling replaces failed piles with new ones, restoring your home's structural integrity. It's one of the most common foundation jobs in Wellington due to the age of the housing stock and local soil conditions.
How do I know if my Wellington home needs repiling?
Common signs include: bouncy or spongy floors, floors that slope or roll, doors and windows that stick or jam, diagonal cracks appearing from corners of openings, gaps forming between skirting boards and the floor, and visible rot or borer damage on piles if you've been underneath the house. A builder's report may also flag pile deterioration. If you notice any of these, book a no-obligation assessment, we'll give you an honest assessment.
How much does repiling cost in Wellington?
Cost depends on the number of piles, pile type (concrete vs treated timber), ground depth required, site access, and whether releveling is needed alongside the repile. A partial repile of a few piles is significantly less expensive than a full foundation replacement. Wellington repiles typically range from a few thousand dollars for minor work to tens of thousands for extensive full repiles on large or steep-section properties. We provide no-obligation quotes, contact us for an assessment of your specific property.
How long does house repiling take?
Minor repairs or jack-and-pack jobs can be completed in one to two days. A full repile of an average Wellington house typically takes one to two weeks depending on pile count, access, and ground conditions. We'll give you an accurate timeline in your quote.
Can I stay in my home during repiling?
In most cases, yes. Work is carried out underneath the house, and interior disruption is generally minimal. We'll advise you on what to expect before starting, including if any specific phase requires special arrangements.
Do I need building consent for house repiling in Wellington?
Most like-for-like pile replacement work is exempt from building consent when carried out by a Licensed Building Practitioner under the Building Act's exempt work provisions. For more significant structural work, a consent may be required. We'll advise you clearly on consent requirements before any work begins.
Do you service Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua and Kapiti?
Yes, we cover the full Wellington region including Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, and the Kapiti Coast. Get in touch to confirm coverage for your specific location.
Concerned about your Wellington home's foundations?
No-obligation assessments across Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, and the Kapiti Coast. Stephen will come to your property, assess your foundations, and give you an honest picture, no pressure, no obligation.
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