Business North August 2023

| 73 T T Karen Phelps A wealth of industry experience G.J. Gardner Homes has been operating in Manukau/East Auckland since 1998 and has built over 1,200 homes. G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau-East Auckland BUILDING Phone 09 274 8900 or visit www.superiorkitchens.co.nz Proudly Supporting GJ Gardner Homes G.J. Gardner Manukau-East Auckland specialise in remove and rebuild and subdivision projects throughout the area. “People often come to us because they love where they live but not the home they live in,” explains franchise owner Debbie Van Leeuwen. “They might have a large site and have considered renovating but discovered the best option is often to remove the existing home and build a new home with no compromises.” She shares a recent example of a client that had a large pool at the back of their section they never used. They chose to subdivide their section and build a rental property that would generate income. Some sections are large enough to even have the option of building multiple homes, says Debbie. Other reasons people consider subdividing or removing and rebuilding include helping family members get onto the property ladder: “If people have a large site they can either remove the existing home to build a large multigenerational home or subdivide and help their children into the market,” says Debbie. “It’s a great option.” G.J. Gardner Homes has been operating in Manukau/East Auckland since 1998 and has built over 1,200 homes in the local community. Franchise owners Debbie, Graeme and Vimal offer a wealth of industry and business experience. Debbie has a business background within the FMCG industry with experience in leading teams and managing business units. Graeme and Vimal have vast industry experience with Graeme a builder by trade and Vimal an estimator, both having completed a three year National Diploma in Architecture. Graeme and Vimal both worked in the franchise prior to becoming franchisees along with Debbie. They’re proud to build in the area they’ve called home for many years. Graeme has lived in the Manukau and East Auckland district all of his life and, together with Debbie, for the past 12 years. Vimal has enjoyed living in Pakuranga and Manukau area for the past 19 years. Together they lead a local team that has built a reputation of delivering high quality homes and a positive building experience. The team offers a free site appraisal where a new home consultant can help people to determine the subdivision potential of their section. “Whether building a new home, removing and rebuilding, subdividing or developing, our knowledge of the local area, coupled with our extensive building experience, allows us to cater to the unique needs and requirements of each customer,” says Debbie. The franchise covers a wide range of areas including Ellerslie, Onehunga, Hillsborough, One Tree Hill, Glendowie, Pakuranga, Bucklands Beach, Papatoetoe, Mangere, Beachlands, Clevedon and Whitford. For those that don’t have land to subdivide there is a range of house and land packages including a great option in Clevedon featuring a large 898m² site offering peace, tranquillity and open spaces. The section offers the option to build a large home of four bedrooms, two bathroom, two living areas and double garage home with a 252sqm floorplan. Alternatively G.J. Gardner Manukau-East Auckland can suggest or customise a plan that suits individual needs and budget. Debbie says when building with GJ’s people get the attention they’d expect from a local with the reliability of New Zealand’s most trusted homebuilder.

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