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NEW CAR AND NEW HOME FOR LUCKY FAMILY! The Birchfield family from Greymouth felt they had hit the jackpot as they drove home in a brand new Toyota Prius worth $62,000 thanks to Lockwood. When the Birchfields signed on to build a Lockwood home last... more.

Although Lockwood homes have stood strong through simulated earthquake tests of up to 7.0 on the Richter scale, we're not taking any chances. Technical staff and qualified Lockwood builders are being flown in to carry out a preliminary examination of... more.

Lockwood takes gold In The Registered Master Builders House of the Year Award 2010, Lockwood franchise owner Paul Jones Construction took three awards including Gold in the Overall Supreme Category in the Taranaki region, as well as theĀ as... more.

While the re-build look and design of Christchurch is still being considered by an architectural 'think tank', there is growing support amongst builders, local government representatives and residents that solid wood needs to be the main building... more.

Lockwood Homes are now on Facebook. You can view our Lockwood Facebook and see how we are helping Canterbury with the earthquake. Also check out our photos, videos and stories and much more...and don't forget to "like" us - become a... more.

BRAND NEW HOME TO BE AUCTIONED WITH $1 RESERVE! PLUS: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BUILDING A HOME FROM THE EXPERTS Get ready to nab what could be THE bargain of a lifetime when Lockwood puts a brand new two bedroom initial home, with all the... more.


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We arrived in Aitutaki two days after cyclone Pat had devastated the island, removing 70% of the roofs & demolishing many homes completely. It was with great relief to arrive on our land to find our Lockwood home standing tall.
- The Tossells, Aitutaki
"When I realised we were having a severe earthquake, my first thoughts were "I'll be safe in my Lockwood house.
- Carol Marsh, Darfield
Because of all the aftershocks after the first quake, my husband (a licensed builder) went next door to see if our neighbour Carol was all right. He then decided it would be safer if ourselves and several other neighbours stayed in her Lockwood home until the shocks subsided
- Christine Robertson, neighbour of Carol Marsh
We live in a Lockwood home very near the fault line that ruptured. Houses around us suffered terrible structural damage. Ours just creaked and groaned its way through. Only got two broken pot plants.
- Brian Pearson
The design of the home exceeded our expectations. It looks good, is easy to maintain and has a great relaxed feel about the whole place.
- The Coles, Waikato
We wanted a home which capitalised on and maximises the potential of the section and its magnificent location and view, and you have built it for us - a lovely blonded Lockwood residence.
- Adrian and Danielle, Taupo
I work in the project engineering game and it is unusual to strike an integrated team that meets and exceeds expectations in terms of client relationship, quality and performance. We enjoyed the experience and, of course, the final product.
- Jon, Coromandel
The entire project from inception to completion was undertaken with full understanding and empathy for our requirements, a high degree of workmanship from all trades and a high degree of professionalism throughout the construction period.
- Roy and Marian, Hahei
We were looking for a hassle-free building experience - which is exactly what we got. From the initial meetings and amendment of plans to suit us, to the sorting of any issues that arose, to the hand-over, and especially for the trouble-free follow-up with any queries.
- Christine and John, Hokitika
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