If you’ve landed in Tauriko, The Lakes, or work out of Tauriko Business Estate, you already know this corner of Tauranga is something special. Over the past decade, it’s transformed from kiwifruit country into one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing residential and commercial areas. And, with that growth comes the very real need to find tradespeople who actually know the area, understand the covenants, and show up when they say they will.
Whether you’ve just moved into a new build in The Lakes, you’re upgrading an older property in Tauriko, or you manage a commercial premises at the Business Estate, this guide covers four trusted local services worth knowing.
OUTDOOR LIVING | Klinks Fences & Decks
Website: Klinks.co.nz | Phone: 027 630 2735
If you’re in Tauriko or The Lakes, Klinks isn’t just a fencing and decking company that services the area — they’re based here. That distinction matters more than it might seem.
Tauriko and The Lakes are covenant-controlled developments, and your fence isn’t just a style choice. It needs to meet specific developer requirements around height, colour, and materials before a single post goes in the ground. Klinks know these covenants inside out, which means less back-and-forth, fewer delays, and no expensive rework.
Their fencing range covers the most popular covenant-approved options in this part of Tauranga: aluminium slat (Ali Slat) fencing (the go-to choice in The Lakes, available in Ironsand, Grey Friars, and other approved colours), Stabi composite fencing for homeowners who want a timber look without the upkeep, and treated timber for rear and side boundaries where restrictions are lighter. They also handle glass pool fencing, which is in growing demand across The Lakes as more residents complete their sections.
On the decking side, Tauriko’s ridge sections offer some spectacular elevated outlooks over the Tauranga basin. But those views come with sloped sections that need careful subframe engineering to make the most of the available space. Klinks build decks across all stages of the development, from ground-level entertaining platforms on flat sections to elevated structures on the hillier properties. They work with composite decking, hardwoods like Kwila, and classic pine, depending on your budget, look, and maintenance preferences.
They also handle retaining walls which are often the first conversation that needs to happen in Tauriko before fencing or decking can even begin. Corten steel, timber, and timber options are available, with consent and engineering support for walls over 1.5 metres.
For the Tauriko Business Estate, Klinks provide commercial security fencing and perimeter solutions for businesses needing defined boundaries that also meet Council commercial zone requirements.
A genuinely local team doing consistent, quality work, and one of the few companies in Tauranga that can honestly say this is their patch.
PLUMBING | The Plumbing Collective
Website: theplumbingcollective.co.nz | Phone: 0800 268 375
Also based in Tauriko, The Plumbing Collective services Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, and the wider Bay of Plenty for all residential plumbing and gas needs.
New builds in Tauriko and The Lakes often mean tight coordination between trades — and The Plumbing Collective are set up for exactly that. They handle rough-in, fit-off, and testing around other trades on site, and are comfortable attending site meetings to keep everyone on the same page.
For existing homeowners, their services cover everything from everyday maintenance (leaky taps, blocked drains, running toilets) through to full bathroom and kitchen renovations, hot water cylinder installations and upgrades, and gas fitting. They’re also experienced in outdoor installations — if you’ve ever seen a beautifully fitted outdoor bath or a well-placed garden tap, they’re the kind of detail work this team enjoys.
Their approach is straightforward: describe your problem, get a clear estimate, and book a time that works. No unnecessary jargon, no surprise invoices.
With their base in Tauriko, response times to The Lakes and surrounding streets are quick — a genuine advantage when something goes wrong and waiting a week for the next available slot isn’t an option.
ELECTRICAL | PERL Electrical
Website: perlelectrical.co.nz
PERL Electrical is a locally owned and operated Tauranga business that explicitly covers The Lakes, Tauriko, and the wider city — including 24/7 emergency callouts.
Owned by Peter and Sharon Murfitt, they work across residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services in the Bay of Plenty region. For homeowners in The Lakes and Tauriko, this means everything from new build wiring and switchboard upgrades to EV charger installation, heat pumps, lighting design, and smoke alarm compliance.
One thing worth knowing: new builds and recently completed properties in covenant-controlled developments can sometimes have electrical issues that only become obvious once you’ve lived there for a season — underspec’d wiring for modern appliance loads, outdoor lighting that wasn’t part of the original fit-out, or safety switches that need upgrading. PERL are set up to handle exactly that kind of post-build follow-up work, and they’re familiar with the types of homes going up in this part of Tauranga.
For the Tauriko Business Estate, their commercial and industrial capabilities extend to thermographic scanning, commercial fitouts, and trade electrical services — useful for businesses setting up new premises or upgrading existing facilities in the estate.
Responsive, local, and available around the clock when it matters.
ROOFING | Mount Roofing
Website: mountroofing.co.nz
Bay of Plenty roofing specialists for over 40 years, Mount Roofing services Tauriko as part of their broader coverage across the region — from Omokoroa to Whakamarama, Papamoa to Pyes Pa.
For newer homes in Tauriko and The Lakes, roof maintenance is often overlooked in the first few years. But the ridge-line properties in Tauriko in particular are exposed — UV, wind, and the occasional westerly really do take a toll over time, and catching issues early (loose screws, failed flashings, blocked gutters) is far cheaper than waiting until there’s water inside the ceiling.
Mount Roofing handle the full scope of residential roofing work: new roof installations, full re-roofing and replacements, ongoing maintenance, repairs, spouting and guttering, skylights, and clearlites. They work with New Zealand COLORSTEEL® long-run metal roofing — well suited to this area’s conditions — and can advise on insulation options when a re-roof is being planned.
For those considering switching from an older tile roof to modern long-run iron, this team has done it many times and can talk through the practical and aesthetic considerations specific to your property.
Their reputation across the Bay of Plenty is built on showing up quickly, including for smaller jobs — a quality that’s frustratingly rare in a busy market. Emergency leak repairs are available, and their turnaround on quotes is notably fast.
A NOTE ON THE AREA
For anyone new to Tauriko and The Lakes: this is a covenant-controlled part of Tauranga. This means most exterior work like fencing, decking, retaining walls, and in some cases even paint colours needs to comply with developer guidelines before you begin. It’s worth checking your specific covenant conditions before booking any trade, and working with tradespeople who already know the requirements. It saves time, avoids frustration, and protects your investment.
The Tauriko Business Estate is expanding rapidly — Stage 4 earthworks are underway, with an estimated 16,500 people expected to be employed at the estate once fully occupied. For businesses already operating in the estate, or planning to set up there, trades with commercial experience and fast response times are worth locking in early.
Whether you’re putting the finishing touches on a new section, maintaining an established home, or fitting out a commercial premises, these four services are a solid starting point for getting the right people on the job.
Disclaimer: Always verify current contact details, availability, and credentials directly with each service provider before engaging them for work.