66 | nzdairy Farmers want an easy, complete solution Richard Loader When building homes on their properties farmers want an easy, complete solution. “They want start to finish project management, a tried and tested home, an economic build and completion often in a tight time frame,” says Keith Hay Homes Hamilton branch manager Rhys Jellie who has earned the name ‘Mr Rural’ in the company for his focus on this particular market. Keith Hay Homes has evolved over 85 years and has all types of plans from designer right through to the historic, simple and not overly flashy designs that farmers tend to gravitate towards for the economic build and great price point, says Rhys. The company’s prebuilt home range offers practical solutions for both farm staff accommodation and family homes. “It eliminates a lot of the time and travel costs to get builders and materials to site. All our labour is here in our yard and the build can take place in a controlled environment then the home transported to site,” explains Rhys. He cites a recent example of a home built for a rural client: “From the time the farmer signed the contract, it was just 12 weeks for the completed home.” The range includes two to four-bedroom options, spanning from 65sqm to 120sqm, with both pre-built homes ready for immediate delivery and pre-consented building plans available to commence construction. This flexibility allows farmers to choose solutions that best fit their specific needs and timelines. He says that Keith Hay Homes’ proven track record spans over 85 years, positioning it as a trusted name in New Zealand’s housing sector. The family-owned business operates eight construction yards throughout New Zealand, enabling it to service rural communities efficiently while keeping construction costs minimal. “We offer a full turnkey in-house build service – not only building and delivering the house but plans, consents, delivery, foundations, decks, septic and water tanks, electrical work. It’s a start to finish service. We find this really suits farmers as they can sign the contract and we then just hand them a key at the end.” As a New Zealand-owned and operated business, Keith Hay Homes has built its reputation on values of honesty, integrity, and innovation. The company maintains its high standards by sourcing materials locally, eschewing imported alternatives, and maintaining strict quality control in its DAIRY SERVICES » Keith Hay Homes - Head office construction yards. The company owns Roskill Timber and Hardware, which supplies all timber framing, creating additional cost savings for clients while ensuring quality control. Rhys says that in its 85-year history, Keith Hay Homes has delivered over 50,000 successful projects. This track record of reliability particularly appeals to farmers, who require durable, weather-tight homes capable of withstanding New Zealand’s varied environmental conditions, he says. As an example the company’s approach to energy efficiency includes double-glazed windows and insulation that exceeds New Zealand Building Code requirements, ensuring comfortable, healthy living environments. “Keith Hay Homes’ commitment to quality is underpinned by Managing Director David Hay’s personal five-year guarantee included in all building contracts, which is more comprehensive than any other building company.” Rhys says that for farmers seeking reliable, efficient housing solutions, Keith Hay Homes continues to demonstrate why it has remained a trusted name in New Zealand’s housing sector for over eight decades. Apart from its prebuilt range Keith Hay Homes also offers a complete design and build option if farmers desire a home built on site. “Our motto is success through satisfied customers. Our team are friendly, knowledgeable and happy to help. We put our customers first.” The company’s prebuilt home range offers practical solutions for both farm staff accommodation and family homes. HARVEST THE CONVENIENCE WITH OUR READY TO DELIVER PRE-BUILT HOMES TAILORED FOR FARMERS Are you searching for a new home or accommodation for your farm? Keith Hay Homes has what you’re looking for. If you want on-site housing that fosters a balanced lifestyle, we have pre-built and pre-consented homes available immediately. 0800 KEITH HAY www.keithhayhomes.co.nz As a New Zealand-owned and operated business, Keith Hay Homes has built its reputation on values of honesty, integrity, and innovation.
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