Your reliable building and construction partner.

At BUCO Building & Construction, trust isn't a slogan — it's how the company was built. Since 2020 we've delivered over 1,500 projects across Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa and the wider Bay of Plenty, from intimate residential renovations to large-scale commercial developments and complex insurance remediation work.

Directors Liam Hesp and Colin Potgieter bring over 25 years of combined industry experience and a straightforward mission: lead the Bay of Plenty construction industry the stress-free, cost-effective way, with the highest standards of workmanship. Under their hands-on leadership — they're still on the tools, not behind a desk — BUCO has grown to a team of nearly 70 skilled builders, project managers, estimators and administrators. LBP-licensed, Site Safe Gold certified.

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25+

Years of industry experience

1500+

Projects completed

65+

Qualified employees

We offer the whole package, looking after your commercial or residential project from concept to completion.

Our Unique Approach

Every construction project hits bumps. What sets BUCO apart is how we handle them — quickly, transparently, and without making it your problem. We take full ownership of every project from first site visit to final handover, and when something goes sideways, you hear it from us before it shows up on your invoice. There's no stress when you've got us on your team.

Cost-Effective Solutions

One size doesn't fit all, and nor does one pricing model. Whether it's a fixed-price lump sum, charge-up or a negotiated contract, we tailor the approach to what makes sense for your project. Either way, pricing is open-book — you see exactly where every dollar goes — and we review costs and progress weekly so you never get a month-end surprise. Budget certainty is non-negotiable.

Expert Team

BUCO is built around professional carpenters, tradesmen, project managers, estimators and specialist subcontractors — a nearly-70-strong team we've grown deliberately, one person at a time. When you bring us a project, we assemble a dedicated team matched to its size and complexity, with a single site manager as your point of contact. No juggling numbers, no guessing who's in charge, no disappearing after handover.

Giving Back to Our Community

Tauranga has been good to us and we try to give it back. BUCO is proud to support the Special Children's Christmas at Tauranga Hospital, and sponsor local sports teams across rugby, snooker, pool and even a local stock car team. Because a building company is only as strong as the community it builds in.

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Recent Projects

  • "I have had the pleasure of working alongside Liam and the team from BUCO for over 6 years. They have a can-do attitude which is second to none. Attention to detail, quality work, and attitude to fully understanding their requirements is a key factor to why I would recommend BUCO. You get A-grade service from Liam and Colin, all the way down through all their staff."

    — Mike Mercep

  • "We had a complicated building issue and many builders wouldn't get back to us. Eventually, we discovered BUCO and from the first loved their approach, solution, and ongoing communication and cleaning up afterwards. We highly recommend their services to anyone in the BOP area."

    — Bryan and Rosie Residential Remedial

  • "BUCO is our go-to team when we need help on our jobs. Efficient in pricing, great communication, and above all always a great job done — I have not had to recall them to site for issues. BUCO does a multitude of jobs for us ranging from EQ strengthening to backing us up when capacity is limited."

    — Rick, Access Partners in Property

  • "I highly recommend BUCO. They have attended to numerous renovation and maintenance work at our properties and completed all works to an exceptional standard. The communication and advice are excellent, and building staff are friendly and respectful. Projects are always completed on time and in budget. Liam and Colin's 'can do' and 'nothing's a problem' approach serves them well."

    — Paula Perkins

  • "BUCO are my go-to builder in Tauranga for building and maintenance work. It's their communication, willingness to help and responsiveness that truly sets them apart. I only wish they operated out of Hamilton as well."

    — Natalie Smith

  • "BUCO has worked with us for a number of years and are one of our most trusted customers. They have a friendly and competent team capable of doing a variety of work. Could not recommend them higher."

    — Matt - Placemakers

Our accreditations