Established 2008
About us
A locally owned, multiple award-winning construction company delivering high-quality residential and light commercial projects across the wider Whanganui region.
Who we are
Confidence, certainty and craft
Shane Stone Builders is known for combining practical, build-focused expertise with strong project management and clear communication. This gives our clients confidence and certainty, while providing a professional building experience from the first conversation through to handover.
As a locally owned and operated company, we place strong value on relationships, reputation and community. Much of our work comes through repeat clients and referrals, reflecting our commitment to reliability, quality workmanship and transparent communication.
Our experienced management and site leadership team is supported by a skilled in-house workforce and trusted local subcontractors. Together, this allows us to maintain strong oversight of quality, health and safety, scheduling and coordination across every project.
Above all, our focus is simple: to deliver well-built, well-managed projects that stand the test of time while making the building process as straightforward and stress-free as possible for our clients.
Our story
Building the region since 2008
Since 2008, Shane Stone Builders has built a strong reputation across Whanganui and the wider region for quality workmanship, practical building knowledge and dependable project delivery.
Led by Shane Stone, our experienced management and site teams work closely with clients from the first conversation through to final handover. We believe clear communication, careful planning and honest advice are just as important as the quality of the finished build.
As a locally owned and operated company, our relationships and reputation mean a great deal to us. Much of our work comes from repeat clients and referrals, which reflects the trust we have built within our community over many years.
Our skilled in-house team is supported by a trusted network of local subcontractors and suppliers. These long-standing relationships allow us to maintain strong oversight of quality, health and safety, scheduling and coordination throughout every project.
Whether we are delivering a new home, commercial development, renovation, heritage restoration or insurance repair, our focus remains the same: a well-built, well-managed project and a professional, straightforward building experience our clients can feel confident in.
Capability
Our core services
- New Homes
- Alterations and Additions
- Commercial
- Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations
- Decks and Outdoor Living Spaces
- Refurbishment and Ongoing Maintenance
- Work for Local Resthomes and Care Facilities
Credentials
Approvals you can rely on
These long-standing approvals reflect our consistent performance, robust systems and proven ability to deliver compliant, well-managed projects.
Registered Master Builder
Members of the Registered Master Builders Association — giving our clients the assurance of the Master Build Guarantee.
Licensed Building Practitioner
Licensed and accountable, with the qualifications and oversight the New Zealand Building Code requires.
Tier 1 Insurance Repair Builder
An approved Tier 1 repair builder for both AA Insurance and Vero Insurance.
Approved Clever Living Builder
Approved builder for Bunnings Clever Living Co. Homes in the Whanganui region since 2019.
How we work
A genuine duty of care
We operate with a strong duty of care and a genuine commitment to acting in our clients' best interests. This includes:
- 01Investing time upfront to clearly understand project objectives
- 02Providing practical advice to manage risk, cost and buildability
- 03Maintaining open and honest communication throughout the build process
- 04Delivering realistic programmes and clearly defined scopes of work
Work with our team
Talk to us about your project, or see the homes and buildings we’ve delivered across the region.