Smith & Sons Taupo, owned by local builder Paul Strange, completes quality home renovations and extensions throughout the Taupo district. Using a simple 3-step process, Paul can support you through your whole renovation project – from design through to building completion. With over 20 years of building experience behind him, Paul is a qualified, licensed builder who brings the local knowledge, skill, and dedication needed to do a great job on your home. His strong planning, project management and problem-solving skills will help keep your renovation on time and on budget.
Smith & Sons Taupo can help with all kinds of house alterations and extensions – from kitchen and bathroom renovations, home additions or minor dwellings through to total home makeovers. Paul and his skilled team can also carry out full home extensions, create great outdoor living areas, or handle your new build project from start to finish. A proud Taupo local since 2021, Paul is committed to delivering outstanding results for homeowners across the region, including Acacia Bay, Hilltop, Nukuhau, Tauhara, Richmond Heights, Rangatira Park, Wairakei, Waitahanui, Five Mile Bay, Kinloch, Tirohanga, Turangi, Reporoa, Mangakino, and Broadlands.
Through a commitment to great communication, professionalism, quality systems and excellent workmanship, Paul and the Smith & Sons Taupo team aim to make the renovation process as stress-free as possible. So if you'd like a reliable local builder to handle your project from plans, to consents, to construction completion, contact Paul today.
Meet Paul Strange — Your Local Taupo Builder
Paul Strange is the proud owner of Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Taupo — your local franchise partner dedicated to delivering exceptional home renovation and extension results right across the Taupo district.
With a career in building that spans more than two decades, Paul brings a wealth of hands-on experience and craftsmanship to every project. Since first picking up his tools professionally in 2004, he has built and renovated homes of all shapes, sizes, and styles — developing deep expertise across kitchen renovations, bathroom makeovers, full home extensions, and complete whole-home renovations.
Paul relocated to Taupo in 2021 with his wife and three children, and quickly fell in love with the region and its community. As a local family man himself, Paul understands just how important your home is — and how much the right renovation can improve everyday life for you and those you love.
Why Choose Smith & Sons Taupo?
When you choose Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Taupo, you're not dealing with a large, impersonal building company — you're working directly with Paul Strange, a passionate and experienced builder who genuinely cares about the outcome of every project. Paul brings over 20 years of building knowledge to the table, and as a Taupo local, he understands the community, the properties, and the lifestyle here in a way that only comes from truly living it.
Paul and his team handle your renovation from start to finish — coordinating all tradespeople, managing your project timeline, and keeping you informed every step of the way. That means no surprises, no headaches, and a result you'll be proud of for years to come.
Backed by New Zealand's Leading Renovation Franchise
As part of the Smith & Sons New Zealand master franchise network, Paul brings you the best of both worlds: the trust and proven systems of a nationally recognised renovation brand, combined with the personal service, local knowledge, and genuine care of a Taupo-based, family-owned business.
Smith & Sons New Zealand is built on matching qualified, experienced local builders with homeowners who want a professional, stress-free renovation experience — and Paul Strange is exactly that kind of builder. Every project he undertakes is completed to the high standards the Smith & Sons brand is known for, with a commitment to quality craftsmanship, code compliance, and results that last.
Whether you're planning a kitchen transformation, a bathroom makeover, a house extension, or a full home renovation in Taupo, Paul Strange and the Smith & Sons team are ready to help you bring your vision to life.
Areas We Service Across the Taupo District
Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Taupo proudly services homeowners right across the Taupo district. Whether you're located in the heart of Taupo township or in one of the region's many surrounding suburbs and communities, Paul Strange and his team will come to you. We currently service Taupo CBD and Central, Acacia Bay, Hilltop, Nukuhau, Tauhara, Richmond Heights, Rangatira Park, Wairakei, Waitahanui, Five Mile Bay, Kinloch, Tirohanga, Turangi, Reporoa, Mangakino, Broadlands, and all surrounding areas.
Not sure if we cover your area? Give Paul a call — we service a wide area across the Taupo district and are always happy to discuss your project, wherever you're located.
Expert Home Renovations & Extensions Across the Taupo District
At Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Taupo, we believe your home should work perfectly for the way you live. Owner and builder Paul Strange brings over 20 years of building experience to every project — whether you're looking to transform your kitchen, create a luxurious bathroom retreat, add space with a new extension, or undertake a complete whole-home renovation. Servicing Taupo and all surrounding areas, Paul and his team are here to deliver outstanding results, on time and on budget.
Kitchen Renovations Taupo
The kitchen is the heart of every home — and a well-designed, expertly renovated kitchen can completely change the way your family lives. Smith & Sons Taupo specialises in kitchen renovations across the Taupo district, from stylish cosmetic refreshes through to complete kitchen rebuilds featuring custom cabinetry, stone benchtops, new appliances, and fully reconfigured layouts.
Whether your kitchen feels outdated, lacks storage, or simply doesn't flow the way you need it to, Paul and his team will work with you to design and build a kitchen that's as beautiful as it is functional — and built to stand the test of time. We manage everything from new joinery, plumbing and electrical updates, splashback tiling, and lighting through to the final coat of paint.
Bathroom Renovations Taupo
A beautifully renovated bathroom adds both daily comfort and significant value to your home. Smith & Sons Taupo delivers premium bathroom renovations across the Taupo region — from en-suite makeovers and family bathroom upgrades to complete wet area rebuilds with modern fixtures, quality tiling, and clever storage solutions.
We manage every aspect of your bathroom renovation — waterproofing, tiling, plumbing, vanity installation, shower and bath fitouts, heated towel rails, and all the finishing touches — so you end up with a bathroom that looks stunning and performs perfectly for years to come. From small powder rooms through to large master en-suites, no job is too big or too small.
Full Home Extensions Taupo
Running out of space? A well-planned home extension is one of the most cost-effective ways to add living area without the stress of moving. Smith & Sons Taupo has extensive experience designing and building home extensions throughout the Taupo district, including ground-floor additions, second-storey extensions, garages, carports, and standalone sleepouts.
With more than 20 years of building experience behind him, Paul understands the structural, consent, and design considerations involved in every type of extension — and can guide you confidently through the entire process. We liaise with structural engineers, manage council consent applications, and ensure every extension is completed to the same high standard as the rest of your home.
Full Home Renovations Taupo
Sometimes a home needs more than a single-room refresh — it needs a complete transformation. Smith & Sons Taupo specialises in full home renovations across Taupo and the wider district, managing every aspect of your project from initial concept right through to the final coat of paint.
Whether you've purchased an older property to renovate and add value to, or you want to completely modernise the family home you've lived in for years, Paul Strange brings the skills, experienced trades team, and project management capability to make it happen with minimal disruption to your daily life. Full renovations can include open-plan conversions, structural wall removals, new kitchens and bathrooms, full flooring replacements, insulation and weathertightness upgrades, plumbing and electrical updates, and complete interior and exterior painting.
Areas We Service Across the Taupo District
Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Taupo proudly services homeowners right across the Taupo district. Whether you're located in the heart of Taupo township or in one of the region's many surrounding suburbs and communities, Paul Strange and his team will come to you. We currently service Taupo CBD and Central, Acacia Bay, Hilltop, Nukuhau, Tauhara, Richmond Heights, Rangatira Park, Wairakei, Waitahanui, Five Mile Bay, Kinloch, Tirohanga, Turangi, Reporoa, Mangakino, Broadlands, and all surrounding areas.
Not sure if we cover your area? Give Paul a call — we service a wide area across the Taupo district and are always happy to discuss your project, wherever you're located.