Our Testimonials
Have a read of what our clients have to say.
"We recently undertook a major renovation of our 1935 character home in Timaru with Nolan Building Ltd. The renovation brief was very technical with nearly all of the home rebuilt doubling the original footprint. The basement level was excavated to allow a self-contained apartment. The terrain was sloping and the site was restricted with residential homes near the boundary on all sides. The work took more than 12 months to complete which we expected from initial discussions. During all steps of the process, we were in awe of the skill set and workmanship of the builders. Every element of the build was completed to the highest standard with detailed thought processes behind every decision. We were able to be very involved with the build with weekly catch up’s which we really enjoyed. Dan and Kay were excellent communicators and were always available. The project management was first-rate. The costs were relayed weekly and the budget estimate was regularly revised so we had an indication of the total cost ahead of time. We think Nolan Building Ltd are the best builders in our region and would highly recommend them to anyone requiring building work.
- Julia & Emily
We used Nolan Building for a new home build and were very pleased with the process and result. Their pricing was very upfront and the team onsite were excellent to work with. Certainly recommend"
- Almanzo Boakes
We have recently completed our first new home build and chose Nolan Building based on the positive feedback from prior customers and industry professionals, as an open and honest working relationship was our highest priority. Although building a new home is a trying process we look back now and realise what good hands we were in with Dan and the team who were always a pleasure to deal with. All challenges were approached with a solution focus rather than any blame or avoidance which created a high trust environment. We are delighted with the final product which has been finished to the highest standard and would not hesitate to recommend Nolan’s to others.
Jen & Kelvin
This was our second time building with Nolan Building. We used one of Nolan Buildings website plans to work from as a starting point for our new plans.
What we wanted this time round was quite different from our first build but we found the team at Nolan Building was able to listen to the idea and brought it to life for us. The build deadline was important to us and the team managed to have it completed on time and within budget, during a time of covid delays.
We have no hesitation in recommending Nolan Building.
- Andrew & Jen
Dan, Kaylene and the whole team were great to deal with. We must specifically mention Alistair who ran things on site with great efficiency, positivity, and precision. The end price and timeline were as quoted, save some small variations on our side and despite the challenges of Covid.
We had great access to the site and as a first build, totally enjoyed the experience. We valued Dan and Kaylene’s integrity and have no hesitation in recommending “Nolan Building” to others.
- Jeremy & Anne Boys
"It was a pleasure to work with you. And huge thankyou to your hardworking team 👌
I built a house in Meadowstone Street Timaru in 2021-22 and can say that Nolan are best-in-class builders! Any building project comes with its share of challenges and stress, but Nolan make it easy. They commit themselves to a high level of quality and don't take any short-cuts, and their structure and transparency makes an otherwise complicated process a breeze. I would highly recommend using them for your next project."
- Morgan Suckling
"Our experience with Nolan Building was outstanding. This was our first build and Nolan Building made it as easy and stress free as possible. We received quotes from 4 different building companies. How Dan and Kaylene engaged and showed interest in our project really amazed us. From the time we had agreed to use them and their outstanding crew, they made the project their priority and brought their creativity, passion and skill to the table.
Our house build started a bit late due to Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown. However, Dan and his team made sure that they finished the project as close to time as possible. They sometimes had staff and contractors work on the weekends to make sure the project was finished on time. Both Dan and Kaylene communicated throughout the process really well, had great ideas and suggestions and above standard eye for detail. It was obvious that they take pride in what they build and there were no shortcuts taken to make sure quality wasn't compromised.
We want to thank Dan, Kaylene and their crew for turning our dream into a reality. We would highly recommend them. We would definitely use Nolan Building again."
- Kashyap & Namrata
"Several people have told us, ‘to build your dream home would be a real test and strain on your relationship’. We think these people did not use Nolan Building. From our first meeting through to the completion of our home, Dan put in 110% effort. Along with his skilled team, they made the whole process seem effortless. When we wanted changes done, Dan listened to our needs and worked through the best solutions with us. The quality of workmanship and the attention to detail of the Nolan Team reflect their passion and pride they take in their work. The project ran like a well-oiled machine with regular updates and photos as the project progressed. We can only speak highly of Dan, Kaylene and the Nolan Building Team. We love our dream home."
- Hoppie & Zelda
"Thank you very much for our beautiful home. It’s everything I wished for only better. You were an amazing team to work with and you were very cooperative with us in our desire to have our own subcontractors and Tess as my Project manager. Alister and his offsider were a pleasure to work with, always happy and obliging to go above and beyond to help. To have the house build on schedule and on budget was a testament to a well run business and team. We will highly recommend you to anyone we find that are about to build. Thank you again from our beautiful sunny home."
- Judy & Calvin Gabites
"Denyse and I wish to thank you for undertaking the construction of our new home. We are well settled there now and are enjoying the location, the house and its features. Looking back over the process we started with our vague concept and were pleased at the way this developed into what we have today. We appreciated your professionalism at all times as well the constant flow of information that ensured deadlines were understood and achieved. Knowing your attention to detail, we were able to relax in the knowledge that the construction quality would not be compromised. The suppliers and subtrades also performed well, and at all times they, and your staff, were a pleasure to have onsite. The atmosphere on site was always cordial, and the site always tidy. The contract documentation and the manner in which our queries, requests for extras, the pricing of options, and follow up on all matters were undertaken, was exemplary. We would be pleased to recommend you and your company to others if needed."
- Denyse & Grant Taylor
"Nolan Building built our home for us in 2018-2019. We didn’t exactly know what style of home we wanted but Kaylene & Dan helped us come to a plan that ticked the boxes, the finished product surpassed our expectations. Having been told that building could be a stressful experience we found that working with Dan and his team was an enjoyable and extremely satisfying time. Our site required substantial earthworks initially, Dan project managed this from start to finish. The team at Nolan Building were such a professional and highly organised team to work with. We were consulted on every decision and if changes needed to be made they were taken care of. Dan has an eye for detail, and the quality of finishing was to the very highest standard. The team carefully managed the different phases of the construction such that there was seamless coordination of the subcontractors involved which resulted in an absolute minimum of any time delays during the building process We are very happy and satisfied clients and have no hesitation in recommending Nolan Building."
- Andrew & Jennifer
"We think the finished addition / alteration clearly conveys the standard of excellence achieved by Nolan Building in this year long project. Dan undertook the project management displaying a high level of professionalism which was maintained throughout. Sub Contractors were co-ordinated very efficiently and methodically and his foreman on the job, Alistair displayed outstanding workmanship. We are thrilled with the end result and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them for a build requiring a high degree of difficulty."
- Brendan & Jacqui Durcan
"I am very happy with the work that was done. The forman on the job Errol was professional and very helpful all the way through my job. He kept me informed of any issues and developments as the job progessed. I feel he went the extra mile solving issues that arose. I would also like to thank Kaylene for your organised and thorough approach to this small project. I will wholeheartedly recommend Nolan Building and Nolan Painting to friends and family."
- Kay Osbourne
"We have recently had the pleasure of working with Dan and Kaylene as they managed the build of our new house, of which we are really proud. Right from the start we have found Dan and his team willing and able to help in providing solutions to the requests we made. This meant the whole process became streamlined which allowed for the job to be finished on time and within that allocated budget. When weather intervened in the process there was always team members who were willing and able to do the “catch up” with no decrease in the workmanship and the attention to detail that the build required. For those that are looking for a qualified building practitioner, who is competent, qualified, efficient and effective we would recommend Nolan Building Ltd"
- Amos & Heather Sutcliffe
"Having built before we were somewhat unsure if we wanted to “try again”So pleased that we did.Nolan Building Ltd listens to your story and how you would like your dream home to be. Not only will they well exceed all your dreams. You just might make friends for life! We love our new home in Twizel and we highly recommend Nolan Building Ltd to anyone to whom quality is important!"
- Murray and Jocelyn Hampton
"Firstly thank you to Dan & Kaylene, Alistair and the team for building the house we now live in. We were kept well informed throughout the project and certainly would not hesitate to use Nolan Building again and recommend them to potential clients. It was a big project with a high standard of finish. Appreciate Nolan Building accommodating our requirements along the way. We trust you have many more satisfied clients in the future."
- R & C Deck – Timaru
"Thanks to the team at Nolan building for exceeding my expectations on the quality of workmanship, professional friendly manner, understanding my requirements in a challenging commercial build. Their attention to detail, pride in workmanship and reliability are second to none! I highly recommend them for any of your building requirements. I would have no hesitation in employing them again in the future."
- Michelle Greer – Ray White Timaru
"When looking for a building company to build our family home we were looking for somebody who shared the same vision as we did with high-quality finishes and attention to detail. We chose Nolan building knowing that Dan would strive to achieve all the details we wanted and to our high expectations. Our build was well planned with every stage completed on time, to budget and with excellent workmanship. We are very delighted with our home, thanks…. Dan, Kaylene and the team"
- Carolyne & Warren Todd
"The whole building process has been a pleasure with Nolan Building. Dan, Kay and the whole team were professional throughout the building project, guiding us through the design process, and completing all work on time, on budget and to a very high standard. We had constant updates throughout from Dan, keeping us informed as to what was happening at each particular stage and really felt part of it all. We are really happy to be in our new home and proud to have had Nolan Building complete this work for us."
- Dave & Amanda Taylor
"Despite the project being undertaken in Twizel, 150km from our Timaru residence, Daniel kept us fully informed with regular phone calls & emailed us photos as each stage of the build took place. Being absentee owners this was most reassuring. Daniel thoroughly discussed all aspects of planning before and during the building and was very flexible when we wanted to make changes. Our home was finished in the time frame that was specified and we are delighted with the final result. Thank you to Daniel, Kaylene and their team."
