RB Thomas Ltd

Leaky home & weathertightness experts

Recladding

Recladding and leaky-home repair across the Waikato — turning cold, damp, leaky houses into warm, dry, watertight homes, with a fresh look to match.

Home with fresh grey weatherboard cladding by RB Thomas
Home with fresh mixed weatherboard and cedar cladding by RB Thomas

More than just watertight

Weathertightness is the big reason people reclad — but done properly, it's also the perfect chance to make the whole house warmer, better-looking and worth more.

  • Weathertight & dry

    We find where the water's getting in, cut out the rot and any rotten framing, then reclad over a proper drained cavity so it stays out — for good.

  • Warmer & cheaper to run

    Open walls are the ideal time to add insulation and a building wrap — a warmer, drier home that costs less to heat.

  • A fresh, modern look

    Swap tired stucco or old boards for crisp weatherboard, Linea or cedar. It transforms the whole house and lifts its value.

  • Done to code, signed off

    A proper structural fix, not a cosmetic cover-up — finished with a Code Compliance Certificate and the Halo 10-Year Guarantee.

How a reclad with us works

  • 1On-site assessment

    We inspect the cladding, check for moisture and rot, and work out exactly what's failed and why — no guesswork, no scare tactics.

  • 2Plan, quote & consent

    You get a clear plan with timelines, materials and a fixed cost. Recladding needs building consent, and we handle the council side for you.

  • 3Reclad & repair

    Off comes the old cladding. We replace any rotten framing, install a drained cavity and insulation, then reclad with the finish you've chosen.

  • 4Sign-off & guarantee

    A final inspection, a Code Compliance Certificate, and the Halo 10-Year Guarantee. Then it's a warm, dry, watertight home for the long haul.

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Home leaking or looking tired?

Tell us about your project and we’ll come back with a clear, honest quote — no obligation, no pressure.

Don’t just take our word for it

I have had the privilege of using Jake as a builder and project manager on numerous occasions. I can honestly say you will never find a more honest and genuine man. His workmanship is second to none and he communicates through every step of the build/renovation and makes sure you understand the process. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.

CraigGoogle review

Highly recommend! These guys were awesome, professional, clean, communicative and had a high standard of work. Worked within our budget, made suggestions around savings and provided a fixed quote, which they stuck to. We renovated a 1980s bathroom, toilet and shower area. Will definitely use again for our kitchen reno. 10/10!
Ragan Clancy
Jake and his team did a fantastic 120sqm extension on our home in the Waikato. Jake & Faye are easy to deal with and listened to our requests and delivered exactly what was quoted & promised, to an outstanding quality and workmanship.
Anton O'Connell

Recladding FAQs

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Let's sort your cladding for good

Tell us about your project and we’ll come back with a clear, honest quote — no obligation, no pressure.

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Looking for a builder who always keeps you in the loop?

We’re approved New Zealand Certified Builders, so you’ll qualify to apply for Halo — our comprehensive 10-Year Residential Guarantee. Rest assured, you’re in good hands.

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