The Resident Builder Podcast with Peter Wolfkamp

The Resident Builder Podcast with Peter Wolfkamp

Known as “The Resident Builder”, Peter Wolfkamp hosts the DIY show on Newstalk ZB each Sunday from 6am-9am. Peter is New Zealand’s top DIY radio & tv personality. The programme includes taking questions from callers and offering advice on DIY projects, gardening with Ruud Kleinpaste plus ‘Ask the Expert’ segments.

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June 7, 2025 22 mins

On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 8st June 2025, Ruud explains when to transplant trees, how to take care of your garden during winter and freezing temperatures, and what essentials your fruit-trees need to improve yield.

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 8th June 2025, Pete tackles roofing questions, explains the pros and cons of painting vs. sealing, and elaborates on what projects will need building consent.

Branz Senior Economist Matt Curtis discusses an earlier satisfaction survey around tradespeople, and offers insight into what it means for the industries dropping in reputation. 

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 1st June 2025, Ruud discusses when to prune and replant your crops, preventing insects and dogs from your plants, and explains why certain fruits take longer to grow than others.

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May 31, 2025 103 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 1st June 2025, Pete answers gas-fitting questions, explains what's needed to install a deck or convert a garage, and if it will require building consent.

Storm Harpham from Simx discusses ventilation options, the importance of great insulation, and what bests suits your home.

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 25th May 2025, Ruud explains how to handle moths and ants in your garden and property, and when to prune your plants.

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May 24, 2025 103 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 25th May 2025, Pete explains how to treat timber-rot, where to go for scaffolding, how to tackle Dux Qest pipe-bursts, and ensuring you have a fair quote.

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 18th May 2025, Ruud explains how to handle plants growing between wall-gaps, what types of sunlight plants need, and how to deal with pesky ants and magpies.

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May 17, 2025 106 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 18th May 2025, Pete tackles maintenance, repairs and renovation queries; then launches into yesterday's Herald front-page article, explaining why heritage houses should be protected from council regulations and intensification efforts.

Property Law Expert Ben Thomson from Pidgeon Judd calls in to discuss cross-leases and the questions surrounding it.

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 11th May 2025, Ruud explains how grow lilies, what pests do to shrubs, how to manage spiders, and what to do when you're uncertain if your plant has died off.

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May 10, 2025 102 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 11th May 2025, Pete explains the benefits of double-glazed windows compared to other systems; discusses what roofing solutions best suit a project, and where to best get rid of assorted woods (for cheap).

Housing and Building Minister Chris Penk joins Pete in the studio to answer questions about H1 changes,  building consents, inspections and granny flats.

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May 3, 2025 105 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 4th May 2025, Pete discusses recladding options to tackle asbestos and how to weatherproof properties effectively; explains why 'quick and dirty' waratah fencing can be a great solution, and ponders about further legislation changes in the Building & Construction sector. 

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 4th May 2025, Ruud explains how to prune plants effectively, how to protect your plants from caterpillars and get good sleep without crickets, how to identify pests and unknown insects, and what to do about camelia leaves discolouring or falling.

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April 26, 2025 105 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 27th April 2025, Pete explains what renovations need consent, discusses roofing, tiling, double glazing and how to approach tenant disputes.

Bryce McDermott from Resene Paints tackles questions about surfactant leaching, paint finishes, layering, flaking, mould and recoating. 

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 27th April 2025, Ruud explains where to best place indoor plants, how to deter whitefly from your vegetables, and how to break down compost.

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April 19, 2025 131 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 20th April 2025, Pete explains what triggers a building consent requirement, discusses key intricacies for garages, fences and granny flats.

Meg Warner from NZI talks to Pete about all things property insurance. 

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 20th April 2025, Ruud explains how to repot plants, how to protect butterflies and deter insects, how to revive dead trees and curling leaves, and why fruit trees can flower after years of inactivity.

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 13th April 2025, Ruud advises what to do about fruit trees not yielding much, how to protect butterflies in your garden from wasps, how to identify unknown insects, and when to fertilise particular plants.

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April 12, 2025 104 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 13th April 2025, Pete explains owner builder responsibilities, discusses what experts look for when granting certificates or passing final inspections, and lists resealing options for leaky roofs or windows.

Alan Simpkin from Arcline Architecture in Kaitaia speaks about the JNL J Frame and its reliability for more challenging projects.

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 6th April 2025, Ruud advises what to do about holes in your fruit's leaves, how to get rid of moths, how to treat infested plants, and when to transplant your trees.

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April 5, 2025 103 mins

On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 6th April 2025, Pete discusses what flooring options best suit your home; explains complications around solar panel roofs; and how to tackle tricky fencing issues with a neighbour.

Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk speaks about the new changes announced for council consents and stricter disciplinary action for "cowboy builders".

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