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Local Builders

With over 30 years of hands-on building experience, Dan Heywood Builders bring knowledge and craftsmanship to every project. Whether you're planning a complex architectural home or adding a deck to make the most of your outdoor space, you can count on Dan and his team to deliver top-quality results, clear communication, and solid project management from start to finish.

Based in Wellsford and working across Mangawhai, the wider Rodney District, and surrounding rural areas, Dan Heywood Builders has earned a trusted reputation for new builds, renovations, additions, fences, and decks. We work closely with respected architects and a long-standing network of reliable subcontractors and suppliers to make sure every job is done right.

We specialise in working on complex, architecturally designed homes and clever residential builds that require a high level of detail and coordination. From sharp modern designs to custom finishes and challenging sites, we thrive on the kind of work that demands experience, precision, and creative thinking. Our goal is always to deliver homes that feel just as good to live in as they do to look at.

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The Way We Live

Dan was born and bred in Wellsford and knows the area inside out—from the coastline of Mangawhai to the rolling farmland inland. That local connection means a lot to how we do business: with honesty, accountability, and a deep respect for the people and land we’re building for.

Over the years, he’s earned a reputation for honesty, reliability, and high-quality work. Dan leads a tight-knit crew of skilled builders and works with the same trusted subcontractors and suppliers he’s known for years.

We’re proud to be part of the community. Dan has long been involved in local rugby—on the field in years past, and now as a sponsor supporting the next generation coming through. Outside of work, you’ll often find him surfing the local breaks, helping out on the family farm, or catching up with clients who’ve become mates along the way.

We build homes and spaces that are designed to last—and we build them for the way locals live.

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All Jobs

Whether it’s a complex architectural build or a straightforward deck or fence, Dan Heywood Builders brings the same attention to detail, clear communication, and can-do attitude to every job.

We specialise in:

  • New architectural builds

  • Home renovations and extensions

  • Decks, fences & outdoor additions

  • Complex builds requiring experienced project coordination

We’re locals. We care about what we build. And we build it to last.