Richie’s Brick & Block is Christchurch’s best commercial and residential brick and block layer. It’s owned by Richie Sturges, a highly experienced brick and blocklayer.

We serve all areas of Christchurch and Canterbury, and further afield in the South Island.

We provide comprehensive brickwork, blockwork, stonework and brickslip services to commercial and residential builders, property developers, architects, insurance companies, and homeowners for new builds, renovations and earthquake rebuilding. Our projects include stonework, feature walls, bricklaying, block laying, chimneys, fireplaces, arches, Oamaru Stone cleaning, and masonry cladding for alterations.

The team at Richie’s Brick & Block is different from other Christchurch bricklayers in Christchurch because we offer a superior combination of quality work, professionalism, and value for money.

Our reviews tell the story. Our customers think we’re the best bricklayers in Christchurch because we’re easy to deal with, our process is highly professional, the quality of our work is the best, we’re on time, and we leave the worksite clean and tidy when we’re finished.

Yes, we are certified Master Brick and Block layers, members of the Brick and Blocklayers Federation of New Zealand, and together our team has over 25 years of experience. In our time, we’ve laid well over 5 million bricks!

Yes, work with homeowners, builders and developers on commercial and residential projects throughout Christchurch. We are also specialists in Christchurch earthquake insurance repairs.

Yes, we offer obligation-free quotes for commercial and residential brick and block work, and earthquake damage repairs. Please call Richie on 027 202 5963; email info@RichiesBrick.co.nz or complete the contact form.

Yes, we work with clients on everything from brick letter boxes and residential wall repairs to large-scale commercial developments.

Choosing the right brick layer for your project in Christchurch is simple – just get in touch with us at Richie’s Brick & Block. Whether you have a residential or commercial project, or earthquake repairs we’re the right choice.

We provide bricklaying services across all Christchurch suburbs, including the CBD, Riccarton, Ilam, Fendalton, Merivale, St Albans, Papanui, Burnside, Bishopdale, Avonhead, Hornby, Addington, Sydenham, Spreydon, Cashmere, Halswell, Wigram, Linwood, Woolston, New Brighton, Sumner, Aranui, Parklands, Shirley, Mairehau, Burwood, Redwood, Mt Pleasant, Westmorland, Avondale, Marshlands, Brooklands, Taylors Mistake, Huntsbury and Heathcote, as well as surrounding areas across Canterbury.

Yes, we travel across Canterbury for brick and block work projects, including Ashburton, Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Rolleston, Prebbleton, Lincoln, Darfield, Amberley, Hanmer Springs and Timaru. We take on projects throughout the wider Canterbury region depending on the size and scope of the job.

Yes, Richie’s Brick & Block provide bricklaying services in Christchurch and Canterbury.

We specialise in brickwork for commercial and residential builders, property developers, architects, insurance companies, and homeowners for new builds, renovations and earthquake rebuilding. We do feature walls, chimneys, fireplaces, arches, Oamaru Stone cleaning, masonry cladding for alterations, and earthquake repairs.

Yes, we frequently work with residential brick homes.

Yes, we frequently complete brickwork for residential and commercial new builds in Christchurch.

We will do our best to match the existing bricks for repairs and extensions. However, in some cases, the original bricks on your home might not be made anymore.

Yes, we specialise in brick feature walls and decorative brickwork like arches and chimneys.

Yes, please get in touch and let us know what you have in mind, so we can discuss your options and make recommendations.

Yes, Richie’s Brick & Block provide blocklaying services in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region.

Concrete blocks are an extremely versatile building material. They are used in construction for load-bearing walls, foundations, retaining walls, and partition walls in both residential and commercial projects.

Yes, we can install foundation blockwork for new homes. We do blockwork for single houses and multiunit developments.

Yes, we do complete structural blockwork for commercial projects. Please get in touch to discuss your needs.

Bricklaying and block laying differ mainly in the material, the size of the block, their weight per piece, and how they’re used. Bricklaying uses smaller, clay-based blocks, mainly for decorative effect. Block laying uses larger blocks made of concrete, and is mainly for structural construction.

Yes, we can handle full brick and block construction projects.

Yes, we frequently work alongside builders on new commercial and residential developments.

Yes, we’re specialists in brick and block work for renovations and extensions.

Yes, we are Christchurch earthquake repair specialists, and we are experts in repairing damaged and cracked brickwork.

Yes, we build brick chimneys and expertly craft fireplace brickwork.

Yes, we have extensive experience in working with Summerhill bricks.

We can work with any brick style and finish.

We work with a selection of quality brick suppliers to acquire the bricks needed for each project.

For structural residential and commercial walls, foundations, and outdoor walls, we most commonly use 20-series hollow core masonry blocks, reinforced with steel. Other blocks we use are solid concrete blocks, architectural blocks, interlocking concrete blocks, aerated concrete blocks, and concrete bricks.

Getting a free, no-obligation quote is easy. Please call Richie on 027 202 5963; e-mail info@RichiesBrick.co.nz or complete the contact form.

Because every project is different, it’s best to get in touch. You can tell us about what you have in mind, and then we can let you know what we need to be able to give you an accurate quote.

Because every bricklaying project is different, we need to take a look at the job before we are able to give you an accurate estimation of the time we will need to complete it.

Yes, we work to the plans and specifications supplied to us by your builder, designer or architect.

The cost of bricklaying in Christchurch varies depending on what’s required. Costs can vary widely depending on a range of factors, including the site, the scale of the job, and the materials being used.

Block laying costs in Christchurch depend on the scope of the project. Pricing can vary based on factors such as site access, job size, design complexity, and the type of materials used.

A large range of different factors affects the final cost of brick and block work. They are as follows:
1. Brick and block specification, which includes type, size, mortar, reinforcing, colour variations and specialty aggregates.
2. Project complexity and special design stipulations.
3. Wall type and height.
4. Site accessibility and location.
5. Terrain and ground conditions