Testimonials from our customers
Our team are experts in home renovations
“James is a great communicator, that is the one thing that is so important. Along the way he would keep us updated on the budget, the materials, what time he was arriving. He let us know when things were being delivered, people coming in and out. No question was a stupid question to ask, he made us feel comfortable and made the whole process really enjoyable. I’ve heard horror stories about renovations and we can't say we had that experience whatsoever. He was always available to answer questions. I recommend James to people, if you need a builder, I always say go to James. We were sad when our renovation finished, we loved the process with James.” - Meidy
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"Thankfully James is easygoing and very patient especially considering my last-minute changes to plans. He communicates well and I highly recommend him. My tenant loves her new bathroom. " - Kristy
"We were fortunate enough to get hold of James for our room conversion/renovation. Couldn't have been happier with the speed, cost, and quality of the build. Good feedback throughout the job and he suggested a number of ways to improve the job with minimal or lower cost.100% recommended!!" - Rod
Awesome honest & reliable!
"James and his team transformed our property into a modern, warm and dry family home. Always helpful and easy to deal with throughout the project. James really listened to our requirements from the outset and worked efficiently with other trades we’d arranged, plus always communicated well, works quickly to deadlines and to budget. We found James to be an awesome builder, who was honest and reliable. " - Ian
Excellent communication!
"James and Isaac completed a renovation on our lounge and entranceway which involved demo, new ceilings, windows, walls and exposed trusses. Throughout the reno we found James very professional and very easy to communicate with. He kept us updated with exactly what was going on and notified us of any areas of concern. The work carried out has been excellent and we would definitely recommend his company to anyone and would have no hesitation using him again on a future job." - Nick
"Great service and quality workmanship, James was a pleasure to deal with while we renovated our kitchen, bathroom and laundry. He liaised with other trades to keep the job running smoothly and efficiently. Would highly recommend him and use him again," - Dean
"James completed some extensive repairs and renovations to our decks and also some internal work.
His workmanship and attention to detail is fantastic. I would have no hesitation recommending him to anyone.
All work completed on time as promised, very happy with all aspects." - Richard Ussher
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Homeowner testimonials from Renee & Shaun
“We recommend James because we were on time and under budget - that is rare. We finished all this very quickly, within three months. Friends of ours up the road, renovating at the same time, started three months before us and finished four months after us, but their time frame was meant to be the same.” - Renee
"James did a fantastic job of our renovation and extension. The work was done well, finished early and was under budget. He communicated well with us and regularly coming up with ways to improve the build or reduce costs. We would thoroughly recommend him." - Shaun
"We loved having James do our renovation. James is an excellent builder, great rate, high-quality finish! Always on time and very friendly! Highly recommend! " - Claire
"James was able to make our dream of creating more storage and a study area come to life, after 15 years of wondering what could be done, with unused space. His vision and guidance has given us exactly the solution we have needed for years. The job was completed efficiently, on time and within budget. We would highly recommend James and his team. They are professional, reliable and highly skilled. "
- Jen and Tony
"Harnett Renovations were on top of our job all the way.
We could not of asked for a more professional experience. James and his team were fantastic and the outcome of our renovation was brilliant" - Mark
"James and his team come highly recommended. A pleasure to deal with, high-quality craftsmanship and efficient. Would not hesitate to use again. Thank you. " - Simon
"Quality builder. Kept in constant communication with me throughout the project and completed the project on time with no issues. " - Mark Ho
Expert workmanship!
"James carried out Stage I of a major internal rebuild on our property in Browns Bay earlier this year, plus the building a new stand-alone double garage with loft. This entailed demolition of internal walls, installing steel beams, replacing internal stairs, creating a new kitchen and living areas, installing a ceiling in the lounge to create a new bedroom above, and extending decking.
We have been most impressed with James’ expert workmanship, his precision and meticulousness, his general" - Bill
The dream team!!
"We called on Harnett Renovations to build our retaining wall and we could not have been happier with the work that was done! James and Isaac are extremely skilled, reliable and trustworthy. They are experienced builders with excellent craftmanship! James had great communication from start to finish and the job was completed right on schedule.
We were initially nervous about renovating our house but James and Isaac made it the easiest and enjoyable experience ever! Our renovation was completed ahead of schedule and within our budget. James communicated with us throughout the entire process and it was never a problem to call James at any point of the renovation - no task was too difficult as James is such a solution-oriented and positive person, which makes working with him extremely easy!
Harnett Renovations were an absolute pleasure to deal with - we highly recommend them!! We look forward to using Harnett Renovations again! " - Paul and Meidy
"James is a great builder with eye for detail, can visualise the job really well before he starts, he has done a few Reno’s for me know and is always on time, tidy, respectful of neighbours and surrounding properties. Does a great job at a reasonable price and goes the extra mile. " - Craig
"James has been a great asset and an integral part of our build. Excellent service from start to finish. We highly recommend James and his team. They stayed on schedule and provided us with an amazing finish. A +++" - Robin
"James did a fantastic job of our renovation and extension. The work was done well, finished early and was under budget. He communicated well with us and regularly coming up with ways to improve the build or reduce costs. We would thoroughly recommend him." - Shaun
"Very accommodating and helpful. Excellent communication. Made several calls to co-ordinate with another trade. recommended. Will use James and Isaac again." - Dudley
"We had James and Isaac come and refurbish our bathroom and kitchen. They were great tradesman, were on time and budget and did a really great job and would highly recommend them." - Mike
"Mindful of my budget"
"James was amazing. Both he and Isaac were pleasant and well mannered and conscious to minimalise any disruption to the household while rebuilding some decking around the house. They put up with my cheeky German shepherd. James didn't make assumptions about what I wanted and communicated well, making recommendations where appropriate. He was very mindful of my budget and came well under. I have already recommended James to others. He was fantastic and my decking looks beautiful for the summer." - Lorraine
Homeowner testimonial from Naomi
“James was easy to work with from the beginning, nothing we asked of him was too difficult. He was very dynamic in the way he works, that was a big plus for us. Other builders we met with stated what they thought was good, but James always incorporated our ideas. James delivered every time. Other sub-trades who have worked on our house since the renovation have been impressed with his precision. His workmanship is amazing. I have recommended him to many friends and neighbours.”