Porirua · Wellington · Hutt Valley · Kapiti
Meet the team behind Trust Builders Wellington.
A small residential team that's stayed local, stayed residential, and stayed on the tools — Licensed Building Practitioners, NZCB members, Halo 10-Year Guarantee.
Our story
The Trust Builder story and promise to building quality.
Trust Builders Construction is your trusted partner for residential building across Porirua, Wellington, Kapiti, and Lower Hutt. With over 20 years of proven experience, we specialize in new home builds, renovations, and extensions tailored to modern Kiwi living.
As one of the region’s most trusted construction companies, we’ve built our reputation on quality craftsmanship, reliability, and genuine care for every project. Whether you’re building a new home from the ground up or transforming your existing property, our residential builders deliver exceptional results backed by local knowledge, professional expertise, and transparent communication.
Our mission is simple: to help you create a home that reflects your lifestyle, meets your needs, and stands strong for years to come. From initial planning to final completion, we’re committed to delivering the quality and reliability you deserve.
Owner
Apanui Mason
Founder & lead builder
Apanui Mason founded Trust Builders Construction on a foundation of three decades of hands-on residential building expertise. A Licensed Building Practitioner and industry veteran, Apanui has honed his craft across Wellington, the West Coast, and Bay of Plenty—bringing proven precision and integrity to every project.
Since 2017, his son Petaera has joined the business, creating a skilled father-and-son operation backed by a committed team of experienced builders and apprentices. As Registered Certified Builders, we’re committed to industry best practices and provide a Certified Builders Guarantee on eligible work—giving you the confidence that your project is in capable, qualified hands.
Our team’s experience and dedication mean you’re working with builders who genuinely care about quality and getting the job done right.
What we do
Three lanes, all residential.
New Builds
Architecturally-considered family homes built from the ground up across Porirua, Wellington and Kapiti. Fixed-price, LBP-supervised, weathertight on the first inspection.
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Kitchens, bathrooms and full interior reworks of older homes — sympathetic to what's already there, sharper where it counts. We work cleanly so you can keep living in the house.
Read moreAlterations & Extensions
Sleepouts, second storeys, garage conversions, basement dig-outs and single-storey additions. Designed to feel like part of the original home, not bolted on.
Read moreHow we build
The Trust Builder process.
Trust Builders Construction partners with homeowners, builders, and developers throughout Porirua and the surrounding region, managing the complete building journey from initial planning to handover. We handle every aspect of your project—site assessments, detailed quotations, architectural coordination, engineering liaison, and full subcontractor management—ensuring seamless execution and clear communication at every milestone.
Based locally in Titahi Bay, we bring deep regional knowledge to each job, understanding the specific demands of building in this climate, terrain, and architectural landscape. Our comprehensive service scope covers full renovations, contemporary extensions, and new residential builds—meaning whether you’re expanding an existing home or building from scratch, you’re working with one trusted team from concept to completion.
We’re equipped to guide you through the entire process with professional expertise, transparent management, and genuine commitment to delivering results that exceed expectations.
Let's talk about your project.
A short call or a site visit is the quickest way to know if we’re the right team for the job. Either is free.