Business Central July 2024

82 | Versatile Wanganui: Campbell Place T T Karen Phelps Taking service to the next level Versatile Wanganui offers a range of plans, can build from clients’ own plans or offer a complete design and build option. T T Thriving in Wanganui - page 84 BUILDING New owners of Versatile Wanganui Nick and Tara Bakker are hoping to carry on building the stellar reputation of the franchise, which has won multiple franchise awards for New Zealand including Franchise of the Year, Top Sales Consultant and Top Franchise for homes in 2020, 2021 and 2023. “We’re delivering the same great service while making some changes to improve things even more,” says Nick. As a Licensed Building Practitioner Nick’s journey with Versatile started in 2017 when he began working as a contract builder. In 2021 he took on the role of contracts manager before he and Tara took over the franchise in November last year. Nick’s extensive building industry and project management experience, combined with local knowledge has been a real asset to the continued smooth operation of the franchise. Tara, who has an administration background, ensures all builds go smoothly from the office end. Within the business there are dedicated sales, contracts management and building teams to support people through every step of the building process. Based at 50 Heads Road, at the franchise headquarters people can view a garage, farm building and show home on site. The 80sqm show home, a variation of the Tui design, offers three bedrooms, one bathroom and kitchen in a compact design. Clad in Rockcote it demonstrates the diverse options possible with Versatile no matter what the budget, says Nick. Versatile Wanganui offers a range of plans, can build from clients’ own plans or offer a complete design and build option. The other clear advantage is that Versatile Wanganui can do the whole project for the client – home, garage, carport etc meaning that the client only has to deal with one company for their entire home build. With head office and manufacturing located in Christchurch, and a network of over 30 franchises throughout New Zealand, this infrastructure ensures that customers receive excellent, personalised service and local knowledge, says Nick. This is complemented by the backing and support of a large manufacturer committed to on-going research and development and quality production. As a locally owned and operated business Versatile Wanganui stands out as the Bakkers are very hands on and offer an extremely personal service. “We have a great team and we aim to get the best value for our clients and so are always be looking at new ideas and better ways of doing things. Our commitment to the customer is always our main priority.” Call Sotiris on - (022) 414 6369 or visit www.gofox.nz Whanganui 027 855 0707 • 2D Laser assisted Residential & Commercial Site prep • Sub divisions • All general earthwork Proudly working alongside the Versatile Homes team. WWW.THOMPSONPLUMBING.CO.NZ | 06 345 0924

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