| 65 T T Karen Phelps Built its reputation on quality craftsmanship Champion Prenail manufactures frames, trusses and pre-hung doors utilising cutting-edge technology. Champion Prenail is one of Wellington’s largest independent frame and truss manufacturers and has built its reputation on quality craftsmanship and a distinctly personal touch since 1996. “We’re proudly family owned, which means builders have direct access to me, our estimators and detailers. This gives them clarity when making decisions, and we can provide advice and flexibility that larger corporate operations simply can’t match,” says director Glynn Champion. Operating from a 1,800-square-metre factory and 2,000-square-metre yard in Gracefield, Seaview near Petone, Champion Prenail manufactures frames, trusses and pre-hung doors utilising cutting-edge technology. The company employs a small but highly skilled team dedicated to meeting exact client specifications. Glynn says that what sets the firm apart is its holistic approach to projects. Unlike competitors who might treat jobs as standardised processes, Champion Prenail views each project as unique. A point customers’ particularly appreciate is that the company’s quotations are comprehensive and detailed, outlining every key component without hidden extras. Everything is included and supplied from factory to site meaning no surprises for builders. This transparent approach has earned Champion Prenail loyal customers, particularly amongst family-owned group housing companies like Russell Properties, Churton Homes Ltd, and Primesite Homes Ltd. In order to provide a truly comprehensive service, as part of its quotation process Champion Prenail includes internal pre-hung doors, saving builders considerable time. “We suggest types and styles relative to the dwelling’s specification, from paint-quality doors to architecturally designed styles. We also site-measure every order to ensure correct sizing and accommodate any on-site changes,” says Glynn. Champion Prenail’s expertise particularly shines when tackling complex builds. “By allowing full access to our detailers and factory staff clients can discuss various BUILDING SUPPLIES Champion Prenail complex questions within the prenail process, something other companies don’t offer,” explains Glynn. The company’s product range encompasses prenail frames, precut rafters, flitch beams, steel beams and portals, Pryda Span floor systems, roof trusses and internal prehung doors. As the largest user of Pryda Span floor systems in New Zealand, it offers fully engineered solutions that streamline the building process. “Our floor systems offer many benefits to the design process and builder. Building better together 035267436 prolamnz.com SupportingChampion Prenail and the building industry to design and buildwith strength, confidence and ease with premiumengineered timber solutions. They allow essential services such as soil stacks, electrical wiring and central heating units to be installed easily and in a time-saving manner,” says Glynn. Quality control remains paramount in the operation. All frames and floor packs are stored inside the factory until delivery, protecting them from the elements - another detail that demonstrates the company’s commitment to excellence. While primarily serving the Wellington and Greater Wellington regions, including the Kapiti Coast and the Wairarapa, Champion Prenail’s reputation for quality and service continues to attract projects from further afield. After nearly three decades in the business, Glynn says that Champion Prenail remains true to its founding ethos: ‘Building Made Easy’ through expertise, flexibility and a genuine understanding of builders’ needs. “Having grown up in the building industry, we understand the challenges builders face,” says Glynn. “Our job is to make their lives easier through quality products and responsive service.”
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