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North Canterbury

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Jamie & Ellen Petersen
Petersen Construction Ltd
127 Main North Road, Woodend
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North Canterbury

Who can? Totalspan!

At Totalspan we’re proud to be New Zealand’s leading customised steel building experts. Whether you need a garage, carport, workshop, shed, barn, or commercial building, we’ve got you covered. Our quality, affordable buildings not only look great, they’re built tough to withstand Kiwi conditions.

Meet the Team:

Totalspan North Canterbury, led by owners Jamie and Ellen Petersen, is proud to be a local company with a team that resides in the area.

With over ten years of experience in building Totalspan steel structures, Jamie brings extensive knowledge and expertise to every project. As a qualified carpenter and Licensed Building Practitioner, Jamie ensures that each build meets high standards of quality and craftsmanship.

Ellen, with a background in education and a Master's degree in Business Management, adds depth to the team's commitment to understanding, honesty, and integrity.

As active supporters of the local community, Totalspan North Canterbury has contributed to initiatives such as supplying and building Under Cover Kids bus shelters and sponsoring organisations like the Rangiora Pony Club and Woodend Netball Club. We are committed to providing the best service and ensuring a stress-free process for every customer, every time.

Why Choose Totalspan:

  • Local Expertise: We understand the unique conditions and regulations of your area.
  • Tailored Solutions: Our designs are fully customisable to suit your specific needs.
  • Personalised Service: Request a free onsite visit and no-obligation quote to kickstart your project.
  • Flexible Options: DIY with a kitset or let us manage the entire process from concept to completion.
  • Safety First: We prioritise safety with comprehensive health and safety plans.
  • Peace of Mind: Rest assured with our full insurance coverage until practical completion.
  • Long-lasting Quality: Our buildings come with a 25-year structural guarantee.
  • Craftsmanship You Can Trust: Enjoy a 5-year workmanship guarantee if constructed by Totalspan.

Contact us today and discover the Totalspan difference!

  • "Great experience!! Our original consultation with John gave us every confidence that our project would go well - and it did! Finished job was everything we hoped it would be and the building team were very professional, neat and tidy. Thanks so much"

    Marty and Sally Lane — Leithfield Village
  • "Great service - very accommodating as we had problems with the site. Would use Totalspan again."

    Bernie Lloyd — Amberley
  • "Excellent result. John, Kieran and the team were very professional and informative as we went through the process. Have no hesitation in recommending the Totalspan team. Thanks especially to John for his committtment to detail."

    Rod Mackenzie — Loburn
  • "From start to finish it was great communication. Everything was so simple and any problems sorted straight away. I would have no trouble recommending Totalspan to anyone."

    Eugene Morton — North Canterbury
  • "Totalspan said they would have our garage built by Christmas and they did. I'm in an industry well known for issues of cost overrun and time extensions. Totalspan Woodend kept their side of the bargain. Always quick to respond to questions and concerns. This is our second Totalspan garage and would not hesitate to use them again."

    Pete Russell — Kaikoura
  • "Excellent service, very helpful, great communication. Paul Chamberlain was excellent. Builders also very helpful, friendly and tidy. Shed looks fantastic. Thank you, highly recommend"

    Chantelle Clark — Ohoka
  • We wish to pass on our thanks to the team at Totalspan North Canterbury. The service we received from every team member during our recent build was outstanding. Special thanks to Paul, Jamie and Stephanie who liaised with us during the project. We appreciate the way you kept us informed at every step. The build was completed on time and we appreciate that you worked to get it completed before Christmas. The contractors on site were respectful and left the site clean and tidy. We would have no hesitation about recommending you to our family and friends.

    Angela and Ross Christie — Fernside
  • "All the staff and contractors were professional, polite and very helpful. They worked hard and did the job carefully and well. Showed great experience. We are very pleased with the result it looks great and will be an asset to the property."

    Laurence and Christine Trott — North Canterbury
  • Excellent experience from the Totalspan team. Very easy to deal with and exceptionally friendly, highly recommend.

    Lance Moore — Woodend
  • " Dealing with the Totalspan team has been a total pleasure. We feel that the manner in which the team worked was incredibly professional and the end result is fantastic. Well done! I have no hesitation in recommending Totalspan."

    Martin Shaw — North Canterbury
  • “Right from our first contact with Totalspan North Canterbury, we found the entire team friendly, helpful and professional. Our project was not exactly standard but Totalspan North Canterbury came up with solutions to all the various problems and successfully delivered in the end. We are very happy with the finished building. Thank you very much.”

    Teresa and Manfred, Diamond Way Buddhist Temple — Glentui
  • “My wife and I are delighted with our new barn and horse shelter which were both constructed quickly and on schedule. Chris the construction manager communicated with us at all stages of the build which kept us well informed during the process. The barn itself is a great space which is free from poles and supports which allows us to utilise the entire space. The outside lean-to provides excellent shelter for my wife's horses. We would have no hesitation in recommending Totalspan North Canterbury to others. Thanks a lot Totalspan North Canterbury from some happy customers.”

    Peter and Sian — North Canterbury
  • “Totalspan North Canterbury were able to deliver when push came to shove. Building is a challenging industry and Totalspan were able to deliver and meet our strict deadlines for the project. We set a tight timeframe of October to January and Totalspan performed under pressure and deliver even with all the red tape from councils and other industries.

    My experience with dealing with Totalspan was very professional, responsive to my requests and found their office and site staff very knowledgable. The Totalspan North Canterbury team were very skilled and motivated to please. I decided to build with Totalspan as their prices were very competitive and they offered ideal design/materials for our purpose. Totalspan’s workmanship was consistently good. There were many positive aspects to using Totalspan, durability, clear span, multi shaped internals and tidy look to name a few. Overall the building met our requirements, it is ideal for our business and purpose.”

    John Coers - Director of Lock Box Storage — North Canterbury
  • “We highly recommend Totalspan North Canterbury for the quality assurance and customer service. Our highest compliments for a job well done. We are delighted with the finished product and highly recommend Totalspan North Canterbury.”

    Robert and Dianne Owen — Ashley Forest, Hurunui
  • To the team at Totalspan North Canterbury. Big thanks to John, Kieran and Stephanie. You guys have been so helpful from start to finish. The boys who put the shed up did an amazing job. I can't fault anything. It is perfect. Had lots of interest so will leave the Totalspan sign on the gate.

    Brett & Nicole Peterson — Waipara

Residential Buildings

From carports through to single garages, multi-bay garages and garages with workshops, we've got you covered.

Rural Buildings

We offer a wide range of rural buildings that are designed to be durable, hard-wearing and functional whilst still looking great.

Commercial Buildings

Our designs are ultra-flexible so whatever your needs, our expert team will create a customised solution to suit your requirements.

Ready to talk to an expert and get a quote?

We'll guide you through the process and help design a building that meets your needs. Request a quote online or give us a call.