A recent NZ Herald article shared a shocking stat:
86% of new homes in NZ have defects.
Why?
Because the building industry has been taken over by salespeople — not actual builders. 
What Most Kiwis Don’t Know:
Many “home building” companies are run by sales teams, not tradespeople.
Once you sign a contract, they find a builder later, offer them a tight labour-only deal, and keep the bulk of the profit.
The builder?
Often racing the clock just to break even.
The Result?
Speed over quality.
Corners get cut.
And YOU deal with the fallout — chasing repairs just months after moving in.
How We’re Different at RB Thomas LTD:
We’re builders first, not salespeople
You deal directly with the team building your home
We don’t cut corners to meet sales margins
We build homes to last — not just to pass inspection
Before You Sign Anything…
Ask: Who’s actually building my home?
If it’s not the person selling it to you, think twice.
Build smarter. Build with a builder.
RB Thomas LTD – A better build, from the ground up.
