Why Choose Us

We are an independent, locally owned company. You are not dealing with a massive volume building franchise, a disconnected sales rep, or a junior project manager. You get direct, honest communication from Phil Ashton, our owner and operator. With over 20 years of experience in the Wellington building trade, Phil personally oversees client relationships and ensures your project runs smoothly from start to finish.

While many home improvement builders focus on volume new builds or basic cosmetic updates, our true expertise lies in technically demanding work. We focus heavily on architectural renovations, second-storey extensions, and seamless leaky home remediation. We have the technical knowledge required to safely manage and execute the most complex residential builds in the region.

Trust is everything when undertaking a major renovation. Phil holds a current Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) qualification and is a Registered license builder. Furthermore, Bear Construction is a proud member of Registered license builders. We build strictly to code and ensure every detail meets the highest industry standards.

A successful build requires financial clarity. Our business is built on long-term relationships and word-of-mouth referrals, which means we focus on delivering genuine value. We submit plans for detailed quantity surveying and provide transparent, fair pricing with no hidden surprises. We believe it is incredibly important that you know exactly what your investment covers before we start.

Over the last two decades, we have built long-standing relationships with Wellington's best architects, plumbers, electricians, and painters. We use premium, sustainable products, including treated NZ Radiata pine, to ensure your home remains safe, healthy, and structurally sound for decades to come.

We stand by our quality workmanship. Every major structural project and exterior cladding job we complete is backed by our 10-Year Ironclad Guarantee. We build robust, healthy homes designed to perform flawlessly in Wellington's unique environment, providing the written assurance you need for total peace of mind.