Building materials store in Porirua

“Have just purchased a Stihl weedeater and never felt better, based on the outstanding informative easy to understand non pushy communication shared by Crystal with me regarding all stihl weedeaters. WOW that young lady knows her stuff when it comes to all stihl equipment wether it be battery run or petrol, chainsaw or weedeater and hedge trimmers . Really impressed that I purchased a quality weedeater understanding how to use it correctly, maintenance requirements, pros and cos of battery versus petrol (ended up with a petrol one) and the feeling that I purchased it becasue at the end of the day the information given to me helped me make up my own mind about what would work best for my own requirements. A very satisfying purchase from an excellent communicator who really listens to what your needs are and matches them with appropriate options for your own consideration. Outcome is - you end up making your own decision without fuss or doubt. AWESOM SERVICE Thank you Crystal.”

“Harry and his team were quick to respond and have provided on-time professional services. I have worked with them before and vary pleased to work with them this time as well. I am sure they will be my 1st to go team in the future too.”

“We called into the showroom just to get a feel for what was available. Heather did a brilliant job of talking us through options. Really knowledgeable. Nathan came and did a quote and his advice and the pricing was really good. We ended up going with another company for reasons that were nothing to do with Devon and Patterson. We were really impressed with D&P's service and have heard good things about their installation.”

“Staff are friendly & helpful. Went in for new windscreen wiper blades. They helped find the right type straight away and fitted them to the car. Very happy with the service and the result!!”

“Great experience Very knowledgeable”

“Super friendly staff that go the extra mile 2 satisfy customers Nothing is too much trouble My go 2 company”

“5 star review for the lovely young Pasifika woman (apologies I didn't catch her name but wanted to make sure she was identified) who assisted me on the 25th of June around approx 5/6pm with my dehumidifier. I brought in my dehumidifier (almost at 2 years old) due to electrical faults and concerns, wanting to check my warranty and if I could get some help. Initially I was assisted by an older lady who misunderstood my request thinking I was after a return/refund, after I had specifically asked for some help with my machine that had sparked when I plugged in & was wanting to know if it was still under warrant and/or if someone could help fix it. She then proceeded to tell me I needed a receipt even after I showed my online contact with Mitre 10 noting the staff could call the shipping store upon arrival to assist and get the receipt details as it was an online order, but she told me to ring the store myself. As I went outside to grab the machine from my car & brought it back in with my daughter, I hear the woman telling the young lady I was after a refund/return which was in fact untrue, I quickly corrected her and this is where the young lady came in and helped me out. As I purchased online there was no physical copy but she was super helpful as I showed her the email contact with Mitre 10 & online details i could provide, The young lady got the initial staff member to call up the shipping store and was just super helpful and sorted it out fast and efficient. Great customer service, attentive, listened to what I needed and I was able to get a replacement as I was still within my 2 year warranty. The difference in service was visible & I think shes a great example of perfect customer service. Thank you very much to this young lady- approachable, super helpful and super happy with the outcome.”

“Excellent product availability, good staff practicing great safety around heavy goods”

“Bunnings Warehouse Porirua is much more than a hardware store; it's the ultimate hub for all home improvement, gardening, and DIY projects in the Wellington area. This store is a cornerstone of the community, consistently delivering a top-tier shopping experience characterized by massive variety, competitive prices, and truly exceptional team member support. The sheer scale of the product range is impressive, covering everything from essential building supplies and high-quality tools to stylish home decor and an extensive outdoor nursery. The user-friendly layout and clear signage help make navigating this mega-store surprisingly efficient, ensuring you can quickly find the exact item you need, whether it's a single lightbulb or a full kitchen renovation kit. What truly elevates Bunnings Porirua is the fantastic staff. They are consistently friendly, highly knowledgeable, and ready to assist with a genuine eagerness to help customers solve problems and find solutions for their projects. Beyond retail, the store demonstrates a strong commitment to the local area, frequently hosting engaging, free workshops—including popular Kids D.I.Y. sessions—that encourage learning and creativity within the community. Coupled with convenient services like Click & Collect, ample parking, and the iconic weekend sausage sizzle, Bunnings Porirua makes home improvement feel accessible and enjoyable. It is highly recommended for professionals and D.I.Y. enthusiasts alike.”

“First time I have shopped at Placemakers and what a breath of fresh air compared to the utterly hopeless other large format building supply retailers in Porirua. The staff at Placemakers actually know what they are talking about, they are organized, helpful and offer customer service willingly - instead of trying to avoid customers which is what you get from staff at M10 and Bunnings. The drive through actually has room for vehicles - another improvement on the other two hopeless outfits. Placemakers is where I will be spending my DIY shopping in the future. Wish I had gone there years ago.”

“Great service, very friendly helpful guys, cheapest supplier around and I tried the 4 big brands. I brought too many bales of batts and they very happy to accept and refund me. I see in another review something about staff unwilling to move stacks around on a Saturday showed up about the same time on a Saturday on a long weekend and they quite happy to move stacks around (third stack in at the bottom so was a bit of work)”

“Nika has great customer service! Thank you for making our purchase easier today.”

“good service online and in store purchased really warm blankets sheets minks and really good discounted price so warm in winter also big galaxy towels really good price so happy with my purchases would kindly recommend this store for good sales”

“Just want to say thank you so much to the young girl on security this afternoon around 5pm. She was super helpful, i had my baby as well as a full trolley and some chairs and other items to carry to my ute. She willingly helped me without having to be asked and did it all with a smile on her face. Big ups to her, 10/10 customer service.”

“They have the gear and friendly staff. Kai paid to ra”

“Friendly and helpful although only looking for a single small item. Although not in stock at time of visit it was delivered later the same day”

“Had exactly what I was looking for at really affordable prices.”

“I had a new gas heater installed which left a gap from the old to the new in my carpet, the young fella Scott came out & he did a fantastic job with the repair as my carpet was only 2 years old & having this gap was not looking good but Scott repaired it, you would never know there was a hole, looks good as new & the workmanship was outstanding, thank you Scott, your an asset to Flooring Xtra :)”

“Although some minor remedial work needed to be done with laminate flooring, this was done quickly and to our satisfaction. And very pleased with the roller blinds and installation just completed in the bedrooms!”

“Customer services team is very friendly and helpful.”

“Upgrading our drive way and had used this business previously for landscaping materials. Team is very friendly and professional. Happy to advise or give best options and good value. Had gravel delivered and this arrived as they advised it would and the driver was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend for anyone looking to do landscaping or driveways.”

“Came in today to purchase paint to freshen up my house, Jacob was very helpful with explaining and giving advice as to what type of paint to based on my requirements he also assisted suggested a color scheme that would work for the property (a rental) and my planned color choice to go with the new carpet. Cheers!”

“You can find the smallest of knick knacks, art & craft, simple hardware that you need there. Extremely fun place to be. It is organised enough as a place without being too 'frilly'. Baskets/trolleys for customers available as it is a big warehouse place.”

“Great friend ly service but no prices on products”

“Great food. Lovely garden centre and gift shop. They have a big range of plants and gifts.”

“OMG so very happy with my purchase today. Excellent service, product and price. So glad I popped in while exploring my options. Presented with options.didnt know I had so many. I'll be back . Thank you”

“Jordan and team were amazing, from the initial consultation to the completion of the job. Informative, professional, responsive, supportive and excellent execution. They were tidy, fast, and efficient. My house is now warm and cosy. Thanks Team !”

“After 5 other places didn’t stock the fitting diameter I needed, plumbing world dug out a mixer flexi hose from one of their old display taps, chucked me it for free, and told me to have a great day.. customer for life !”

“Thank you Ken for the awesome service and information when purchasing this years truck of wood. Matu thanks for the friendly service when delivering…great backing skills! We will be back. Happy to give five stars!”

“Thank you to the team at Play n Learn! My water obsessed son's table and sand playset just turned up and he absolutely loves it. I was truly surprised it turned up so quickly this close to Christmas and considering I only purchased last Thursday. Just felt compelled to come and leave a review and say thank you for the speedy response and delivery Happy holidays”