Discover the Difference.
30 years of hands-on Marlborough building experience. No franchise, no middlemen. Ben personally oversees every project, start to finish.
At Discovery Homes, we believe the building process should be as good as the finished result. Ben Grady has been building across Blenheim and Marlborough for 30 years, with 40 years of hands-on trade experience behind him. We're not a franchise. We're a dedicated local team that values quality, straight-up communication, and personal involvement on every project, from the first conversation to the final handover.
That's the Discovery difference.
40
Years' Experience
Meet Ben Grady
Ben started his building career at 16 and has spent 30 of those years working across Blenheim and the wider Marlborough region. He's the person you'll deal with from the first call to the final handover, not a project manager or a sales rep.
Ben's hands-on involvement at every stage isn't just a selling point. It's the reason Discovery Homes has built its reputation on repeat clients and referrals since 1996.
Registered Master Builder
Master Build 10-Year Guarantee
Licensed Building Practitioner
LBP certified & compliant
30 Years in Marlborough
Local knowledge, local network
Owner-Led
Ben personally oversees every project, start to finish
Your Professional Foundation
The hardest part of any building project is knowing where to start. We've removed the guesswork with our Discovery Session.
For a one-off set fee, Ben personally oversees your entire project setup, handling design coordination, professional plans, and the building consent process from start to finish. You get a fixed-price build contract and professional plans that belong entirely to you. Whether you build with us or take your package elsewhere, you start with a solid foundation and total financial clarity.
Fixed-Price Build Contract
No surprises. You know exactly what you're committing to before a single thing is built.
Professional Plans, Yours to Keep
Your plans belong to you entirely. Build with us or take them elsewhere. The choice is always yours.
Consent Process Managed End-to-End
Ben personally handles design coordination and the full building consent process from start to finish.
"This is more than just a quote. It's a completely different way to start your build."
Built for Marlborough. Built to Last.
Custom Design & Build New Homes
A full design and build service for custom new homes, from architectural statements to everyday family homes. One accountable team from concept through to handover, with high-performance construction designed for the Marlborough climate.
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Major Renovations & Extensions
Transforming an existing home requires a builder who understands how a building works from the inside out. We specialise in complex structural renovations that bring modern performance and style without losing the character of the original.
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Hands-On from Day One
Direct Access to Experience
When you build with us, you deal directly with the owner. Ben personally oversees every project, making decisions and holding every stage to the standard our reputation is built on.
A Loyal Network of Local Professionals
Over 30 years in Marlborough, Ben has built a tight network of trusted local subcontractors who share the same commitment to quality. Your project stays on schedule and the workmanship is consistent throughout.
Master Builder Peace of Mind
As proud members of the Registered Master Builders Association, our work is backed by the Master Build 10-Year Guarantee. Combined with our Licensed Building Practitioner status, your investment is protected by the highest standards in the industry.
Invested in This Community's Future
Discovery Homes is deeply rooted in Marlborough. For over 16 years, we've partnered with Marlborough Boys' College through the Gateway programme to mentor the next generation of local tradespeople. Five of those students have gone on to full-time roles and apprenticeships with us.
When you choose Discovery Homes, you're supporting a business that's genuinely invested in this community's future.
What Our Clients Say
We've worked with Discovery Homes on a number of projects. We keep coming back because the job is always done to a high standard and in a timely manner. The team are easy to work with, and Ben's a good person to have on your side when things don't go as planned.
Bill Small