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House Lifting NZ Ltd

House Lifting for Grey Lynn & Auckland Central Homes

House fully elevated on timber cribbing during re-piling and foundation upgrade work
Planning a basement conversion or foundation upgrade beneath your Auckland Central home? House lifting in Grey Lynnand other central suburbs gives you the access you need without the demolition costs.

We’ve been providing house lifting in Auckland for decades, working across the central suburbs to transform properties. Ready to get your project started? Contact our team today.

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Why House Lifting Works for Auckland Central’s Homes

Auckland Central is packed with character villas and bungalows from the early 1900s, with many sitting on original timber piles that have settled over the past 100 years. Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, and other inner suburbs are particularly known for these homes, with owners wanting to preserve the character while upgrading what’s beneath.

House lifting in these central suburbs presents specific opportunities:

  • Clay-based soil in suburbs like Grey Lynn and Freeman’s Bay causes settlement over time—lifting allows you to install modern foundations without losing your home’s character.
  • Tight section boundaries are common in Auckland Central. Our interior perimeter support system works within limited perimeter access, avoiding the need for excavation.
  • Heritage home preservation becomes possible as our steel beam systems distribute weight evenly, minimising stress on older timber frames, sarking, and original features during the lift.
  • Basement conversions are increasingly popular as property values rise. Lifting your home up to 3 metres creates space for an additional level, home office, or garage beneath.

We offer two support configurations depending on what best suits your site. Our free-standing gear sits on the exterior perimeter, giving complete access beneath your home. For tighter sites, our temporary propping systems work from within the building footprint.

House Underpinning

House Lifting from Greenlane to Ponsonby: Areas in Auckland Central We Service

We provide house lifting from Greenlane through to the western fringe, covering all of Auckland’s central suburbs. Areas we service include:

  • Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, & Westmere – High concentration of character villas on clay soil, often needing foundation upgrades.
  • Freemans Bay, Herne Bay, & St Marys Bay – Tight sites with heritage homes where our interior support systems excel.
  • Greenlane, Epsom, & Newmarket – Mix of villa-era homes and later bungalows, many on original piled foundations.
  • Parnell & Grafton – Steep sections where lifting creates usable space beneath the home.

Recent Central Auckland Projects

Steel truss extension installed beneath a lifted house with timber cribbing support
Steel truss support installed beneath a lifted house with timber cribbing for structural stability
House lifting with steel beams and timber crib supports during foundation preparation work
House re-piling with timber crib supports and steel beams above a newly poured concrete foundation
House lifting supported by timber cribs and steel frame above a newly constructed concrete foundation
House lifting with ground floor extension framing installed beneath the elevated structure
Internal ground floor framing and steel truss supports beneath a lifted house

Frequently Asked Questions

Most Auckland Central homeowners lift their homes to create extra living space, install modern foundations, or level floors that have settled over decades.

Lifting provides access to replace timber piles with concrete or screw piles, all without having to demolish your home. Some owners also lift their home as part of wider house underpinning in NZ to stabilise foundations affected by clay soil movement.

Our steel beam systems are designed to minimise stress on older homes. We support the home from the bearers up, distributing weight evenly to protect walls, window frames, decorative features, and interior linings.

Our team has provided house lifting for Grey Lynn and Ponsonby villas over 100 years old without cracking windows or damaging the original timber joinery.

Auckland Central properties are known for tight access, and we’re well-equipped for it. Our interior perimeter support method places steel beams within your building footprint, rather than requiring full excavation around the perimeter. This works well for the narrow sites common in our inner suburbs. We’ll assess your property and recommend the best configuration during our visit.

Yes—house lifting from Greenlane to Grafton typically needs building consent from the Auckland Council, as it involves structural changes. The House Lifting NZ Ltd team can assist with the process, working closely with engineers and builders to ensure proper documentation is completed.

Basement conversions and foundation replacements will need separate consents, and we can advise on the full scope during your consultation.

Let’s Talk About Your Project

Every Auckland Central property has its quirks, from soil conditions to access constraints and heritage considerations. We’ll assess your central property, discuss your goals, and provide a quote based on site requirements. Get in touch to explore our house lifting and house relocation services.

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