Whangaroa Tunnel Houses
Timber Framed Growing Tunnels For Home, Business & Education


82C Wainui Road Whangaroa Tel: 09 4051311 Mob: 021 144 3184 Email:petegotzl@xtra.co.nz
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Are the Tunnel Houses easy to assemble ?
Yes the Tunnel Houses are simple to assemble because all the components that need to be assembled are all ready to screw together and the attaching of the growing cover is more straightforward than the stretched tight covers found on many other brands.

Can the Tunnel House cope with high winds ?
Yes the Tunnel Houses can cope with high winds and does not need any additional securing when assembled. It has footings that are dug into the ground and these create a very secure structure


How long should the growing cover last ?
We use commercial grade UV stabilized 200 Micron Agphane for our covers. These are guaranteed for 36 months for UV damage and should last well in excess of 5 years.


Is the cover easy to change?
The growing cover is easy to change because stainless steel screws are used on all the clamping strips and they are easily unscrewed.


If I damage the cover can I repair it ?
Any small tears or punctures from accidents can easily be fixed with clear all weather tape.


Is it easy to create shade for the Tunnel House ?
Putting shade screens up is simple. All the internal hoops in the Tunnel House have fixings on them to allow you clip up standard 1800mm wide shade netting all the way down the tunnel House on either side of the centre ridge beam.


Can I grow all year round ?
That’s the beauty of the Tunnel House, in the far north you can even grow tomatoes all year round. Seasons are extended and in summer cucumbers, peppers, melons and other exotics thrive.