Social and community housing services
Switched On Building Solutions has a long history of delivering new-builds and retrofit/full refurbishment projects for government entities, and community and social housing providers nationwide.
We are trusted by national and regional providers to deliver housing projects on time and within budget, leveraging local expert trades. Our extensive network of Master tradespeople, specialists, and partners ensure high-quality, reliable service, even on remote and complex sites.
Comprehensive property lifecycle management
We can service the entire property lifecycle, from new-builds through to ongoing maintenance, refurbishments, and upgrades to future-proof properties. Our team holds best-in-class certifications such as Impac Prequal Level 4, Site Wise Gold Certification, Resene Eco Decorators and more, ensuring top-notch quality and compliance. We also specialise in installing bespoke interior and exterior products.
Current programmes
Build partners with Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities
We are a build partner for both Kāinga Ora new-build projects and the Kāinga Ora retrofit (full housing refurbishment) programme. We’ve had the opportunity to deliver new build properties for whānau in Lower Hutt, Wellington and have also completed more than 120 retrofit properties for whānau in Gisborne, Taranaki, Manawatū, Whanganui, and greater Wellington.
Ōtautahi Comcare Trust community housing upgrades
Switched On Building Solutions regularly partners with ComCare Trust in Christchurch to upgrade community housing.
Upgrades for military whānau with Downer Group
Our team completes interior upgrades of military homes through our partnership with Spotless Facilities Services (Downer Group). This includes replacing the kitchen tops and all joinery hardware, full refurbishment of bathrooms, installation of new lighting and switches, plastering and painting throughout the properties and upgrading the plumbing for new hot water cylinders.
Facilities maintenance delivery
Alongside partner business Switched On Facilities, our team delivers maintenance on homes for community, social, iwi and other housing providers, with a unique heart for working with vulnerable communities.
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