72 | BUILDING A1 Homes Hawke’s Bay T T Karen Phelps Transportable homes ‘great value’ A1 Homes’ Katie and Gary Wood. A1Homes Hawkes Bay is currently in the process of moving to a new site in Omahu Road, Hastings, which will allow the franchise to start building transportable homes to order, ready to shift to the client’s site of choice. “Our transportables are designed to be great value homes, baches or farm worker homes. They are built on our site, then transported to the client’s site and arrive ready to connect to the services on-site,” says franchise owner Gary Wood. The A1Homes transportable range has homes from 60-128sqm, two bedroom one bathroom options right up to four bedroom two bathroom homes. They come in a range of modern styles to suit all tastes and budgets. Gary and wife Katie took over A1Homes Hawkes Bay in 2019 and since have taken the business from strength to strength. Gary, a builder by trade with over 30 years experience in New Zealand and Australia, heads the business with Katie takes on the role as head of administration and accounts. They lead a small, skilled team and offer clients an extremely personal service. “Our team is dedicated to getting people into a new home. It’s a belief that prevails in everything we do. By removing as much complexity in the building process as we can, we aim to make building a home enjoyable,” says Gary. “From the initial concept and design stage, right the way through to council consents, and encompassing the build itself, A1Homes Hawkes Bay is here to help from start to finish.” House and land packages are facilitated but not in the traditional sense. “We don’t purchase the land and put a house on it then sell the package,” explains Gary. “Instead we have established strong relationships with local real estate agents with land for sale and do concept designs so in this way we can connect clients with the right land for their needs.” A1Homes offers a huge range of plans, which can form the start of the process and be adjusted to suit or used as-is. Plans range from 60 square metres to 250 square metres. “Our customers can simply pick a plan, but they can also mix and match designs or think beyond the box to their heart’s content. Because we employ only the best designers and local contractors, we have the flexibility to adapt to meet their varied requirements,” he says. Quality materials are at the heart of each A1Homes build with Residential Series ThermalHEART® windows and doors in all homes to create a warmer, healthier home. “ThermalHEART® insulates the window system which helps to keep cool temperatures out in colder months, and decrease solar gain in warmer months, assisting in year-round comfort,” explains Gary. A1Homes Hawkes Bay builds a wide variety of homes in the region including first homes, beach homes, large spacious family homes and home and income investment properties. “We focus on delivering great value, affordable, high quality homes and recognise that a good build comes down to the relationships we establish with our clients right throughout the build process. A lot of our clients come from word of mouth which is a great feeling as it means we are doing a good job.” All A1homes come with a Master Build 10 Year Guarantee. “We understand that a home build is most likely one of the biggest investments of a lifetime, which is why it is so important to protect it. A Master Build 10 Year Guarantee gives people confidence their investment is protected.” Gary says being part of a national network gives A1Homes Hawkes Bay great buying power to deliver cost effective homes. Kitsets are also offered – a popular option for builders who receive plans and materials, helping them leverage off the buying power of A1Homes. A1Homes Hawkes Bay builds from Dannevirke to the top of the East Cape on the Hawkes Bay side. Gary says the true reward comes when it is time to hand his clients the keys: “I always love the hand over part of the job; getting people into new homes is the most satisfying part. It’s awesome to see people in a brand new home of their own.” Call: (06) 843 6770 – (027) 286 1888 Email: dominatorhb@xtra.co.nz 31 Cadbury Road, Onekawa, Napier Dominator Hawke’s Bay Garage Door Centre Proud to be associated with A1 Homes For all your domestic, commercial and industrial door needs. Servicing | Installation | Repairs GLENNthe PLUMBER LIMITED All aspects of plumbing and drainage Mobile: 027 250 9674 | Email: gtp@outlook.co.nz Glenn Curran Proud to be associated with A1 Homes Hawke’s Bay
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