Frequently Asked Questions

NR Local Trades Group Pty Ltd is owned and run by Temo van Tongeren, a Lismore-based builder and roofer with 21 years of industry experience, serving homeowners across Lismore, Goonellabah, Alstonville, Ballina and Byron Bay.

We officially launched in 2020, but the trade experience behind our crew goes back more than 30 years, giving Lismore homeowners a team that has handled just about every building challenge our region can throw up.

We handle all things roofing, tiny homes and granny flats, all coordinated by our in-house Lismore crew.

We do. Our building team designs and constructs granny flats, tiny homes and mobile modules suited to Lismore blocks, including sites affected by flood-related housing needs.

Yes, we are a fully licensed building company (Licence: 465043C) and insured, so Lismore homeowners can engage us with confidence that every job meets NSW building requirements.

We stand behind every job we complete. As a licensed and insured local team, we take responsibility for the quality of our work and will return to make it right if an issue comes up.

We currently hold a 4.9 star rating from genuine Google reviews, with Lismore locals regularly praising our communication, punctuality and the quality of our finished work.

Yes, we provide free, no-obligation quotes for homeowners and businesses across Lismore and the wider Northern Rivers.

No. Our quotes are detailed and accurate from the outset, so Lismore homeowners will not be hit with vague estimates or surprise costs once work is underway.

Yes, we prioritise local suppliers and tradespeople first, keeping investment and jobs within the Northern Rivers community, and we back Australian-made materials whenever local options are not available.

We do. Our crew of around 80 skilled locals live and work right here in the Northern Rivers, rather than flying in contractors from outside the region.

We service Lismore and surrounding suburbs including Goonellabah, Alstonville, Casino, Kyogle, Ballina and Byron Bay, as well as broader Northern Rivers locations.

Our Lismore-based team aims to respond promptly to enquiries and can often arrange an onsite quote at short notice, something reflected in reviews from local homeowners.

You can reach our friendly Lismore crew on (02) 5658 5690 or through the contact form on our website to arrange a free quote.

Wherever possible, we prioritise Australian-made and locally sourced materials, including trusted products like Bluescope COLORBOND steel, reducing the environmental footprint of transporting materials long distances.

Yes, our electrical team offers smart home automation such as KNX systems, and our roofing crews use advanced drain and roof inspection technology to deliver modern, efficient solutions for Lismore homes.