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We needed to replace a house that was in bad way on one of our farms so we reached out to a couple of companies to get some competitive pricing. We chose Jennian Homes for a few really important reasons for us: 1. They reached out to us right away with some great house estimates and the opportunity to pop in and have a chat; 2. Shane who made the initial contact was very easy to communicate with us and presented some great options and worked the price to meet our budget; 3. The general culture in the office was open, honest and very friendly and I felt really comfortable sitting down and chatting with the whole team; 4. I outlined our values and what we wanted from the process, which was clear and consistent communication with a hands-off approach from our end and felt assured that they would nail this for us.
I found the design process really easy. I chose a home, we had some minor tweaks, and before I know it we were building exactly when we were expecting to. The building process was really easy too. There were minimal issues, and if there was anything that needed to be sorted they made sure to get in contact and we would work out some options with no issues. Everyone was really easy to talk to.
They had great communication, kept me in the loop without being over the top. Really accommodating as the ASF team can be pretty busy and can struggle to lock in things at the last minute, but we would be given adequate notice and we would find something to suit all parties. We also had a couple of things added on throughout the build and it was no stress for them to work out pricing quickly and organize the works to be done.
The build quality is really good, and the attention to detail with making sure any defects were rectified was second to none, kudos to Sam and the team on the ground. Keep hold of the team you have as it functions really well, with a smile, that’s so important for people looking to build their new home.
If you want a hassle free easy build Jennian Homes Southland is the place to go!
I found the design process really easy. I chose a home, we had some minor tweaks, and before I know it we were building exactly when we were expecting to. The building process was really easy too. There were minimal issues, and if there was anything that needed to be sorted they made sure to get in contact and we would work out some options with no issues. Everyone was really easy to talk to.
They had great communication, kept me in the loop without being over the top. Really accommodating as the ASF team can be pretty busy and can struggle to lock in things at the last minute, but we would be given adequate notice and we would find something to suit all parties. We also had a couple of things added on throughout the build and it was no stress for them to work out pricing quickly and organize the works to be done.
The build quality is really good, and the attention to detail with making sure any defects were rectified was second to none, kudos to Sam and the team on the ground. Keep hold of the team you have as it functions really well, with a smile, that’s so important for people looking to build their new home.
If you want a hassle free easy build Jennian Homes Southland is the place to go!
Jason Craig
Aquila Farms
We built a home with Jennian Homes Southland and couldn’t be happier with the result! They provided clear timelines which were adhered to all the way along. We lived out of area and so were also sent regular photos so we could view the progress. Any emails were answered promptly and they always did what they promised they would do. Building out of area posed extra challenges so we did really rely on having a high degree of trust in the company. We would highly recommend them and are rapt with the finished result! Many thanks for all your help to the entire team!
Caroline and Martin Harvey
I would highly recommend the team at Jennian Homes Southland. Their professionalism was second to none. After visiting their show home and office, this persuaded me to start the building process with them. The whole build from start to finish was extremely easy and stress free. Shane, Carl and their team all had excellent communication, honesty and integrity throughout the build, which made the experience so much more enjoyable. Overall you guys did an excellent job and I will definitely be in contact when looking to build again.
Ricky Wilson
Our main reason for building a new home was that we thought it would be easier and more cost effective to build something of our own rather than buying an older home and land. We chose Jennian Southland as we felt comfortable about how they dealt with us.
The building process was easy for us to understand and the communication with us was well thought out.
During the construction of our home Jennian Homes always took responsibility and followed through with integrity. They were responsive, with immediate communication, and were accommodating – they took care of us.
Our new home is exactly what we asked for. We would definitely build with Jennian Homes Southland again.
The building process was easy for us to understand and the communication with us was well thought out.
During the construction of our home Jennian Homes always took responsibility and followed through with integrity. They were responsive, with immediate communication, and were accommodating – they took care of us.
Our new home is exactly what we asked for. We would definitely build with Jennian Homes Southland again.
Sue and Simon Smith
We chose to build with Jennian Homes Southland because of their reputation, not only locally but also nationwide. From the initial design meeting with Shane to the final handover with Carl we found the whole team at Jennian Homes Southland to be extremely professional in every aspect and willing to accommodate our every need. Although there were some minor glitches throughout the build process, these were rectified promptly by Carl and his team and we were delivered our home a month ahead of schedule. Overall the home has been built to a high standard and is something we are proud of hence why we would have no hesitation in building with Jennian Homes Southland again, or recommending them to others. Thank you so much!
Stefan Gutsell and Rachel Dempsey
When we decided to build we did a lot of research on locations, builders, and house designs and I looked at a lot of Jennian houses. I heard really good feedback about Jennian Homes and they have a good reputation. Shane and Carl are both excellent in their jobs and they have a wide knowledge of the building industry. They were very helpful and professional, helping us to get through the building process. My wife and I are both very happy with the quality of the house and the timeframe taken to build. Carl's handover was very simple and informative. Overall you guys did an excellent job. If I have the opportunity to build a new house again I will definitely come back to you guys. I have already recommended Jennian Homes Southland to my friends.
Christian and Maricel Sinoro
Thank you for our new home. We absolutely love how its turned out. You have all made the build such an easy and fun process, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to others.
Blake and Courtney - Te Anau
We chose Jennian to build our house after talking to a representative at the Invercargill Home Show and perusing a booklet of home designs. Having overall price surety was reassuring. Thank you Jennian Homes Southland for our new home. We are pleased with the outcome and are enjoying living in a lovely new place designed to our requirements.
Graham and Faye Jones
The expertise, care and pride in their workmanship really stood out. A huge thanks to Carl for managing the day to day overseeing of the building project and helping to make the whole process run smoothly. We love our new home and are very grateful to you all at Jennian for the help and support we have received throughout the build.
Glenwyn and Selwyn Archer
I still remember the first day I walked into the Jennian Homes office. Shane explained the building process and steps. He also updated us about the process while we were in search of land. Then we decided that we would go with Jennian Homes.
The house design is unique and Carl updated us about the build process every weekend. The building is of high quality and strong. We love our new home. It is spacious and our son loves his new room.
We would certainly recommend Jennian Homes to others and we will use Jennian Homes for our next build too.
The house design is unique and Carl updated us about the build process every weekend. The building is of high quality and strong. We love our new home. It is spacious and our son loves his new room.
We would certainly recommend Jennian Homes to others and we will use Jennian Homes for our next build too.
Merlin Joseph and Jibin George
The Jennian Southland show home was one of our main reasons we chose to build with Jennian Homes. Our house was finished faster than expected and within budget. Carl and Shane offered helpful advice right from the first visit. One piece of advice is to make sure plans are what you want before building commences to avoid changes along the way. We would definitely recommend Jennian Southland to anyone looking at building.
Gavin and Yvonne Cox
Carl, Shane and their team were very professional and patient. Their communications were clear and concise and did a great job of guiding us through the process of building; from the design, knowledge in choosing colour combinations, and shared smart suggestions. We also received sms/emails with status updates on what was happening through every stage. We are very happy with the outcome and every detail shows craftsmanship. We are very happy and blessed and we highly recommend Jennian Homes Southland!
Harold and Carlotta Magannig
Going through the quoting and screening process of who to select to build with, Jennian came through as our preferred option with a great, simple design that suited what we were after and within the price range we wanted. Everything was well communicated and I really appreciated the weekly text message updates from Carl to let me know how things were tracking. Overall a fantastic building experience.
Scott Harpham
We first looked at Jennian because a friend of ours had recommended them and they had a nice house. We did look at a few other companies, one in particular. We found the other company to be very rigid in their selection of house plans. The guy was a salesman but had no knowledge of building whatsoever. So what made us choose Jennian was that we were allowed to build the house that we actually wanted, instead of having to pick one from a brochure.
In the design process it was good that they planned the house to fit on the section, and also included all of the things that we wanted in the house. Communication was prompt throughout and they were able to follow through on what they had planned, and also in a timely manner.
In the design process it was good that they planned the house to fit on the section, and also included all of the things that we wanted in the house. Communication was prompt throughout and they were able to follow through on what they had planned, and also in a timely manner.
Hannah and Aaron Douglas
Prior to choosing Jennian Homes we met with many other local builders but didn't 'click' with any of them. As soon as we met Shane and Carl we knew they were the team we wanted to build our house with. Right throughout the process they were fantastic to deal with and made building our first home an enjoyable experience. Their industry knowledge and design suggestions were invaluable.
Jacqui and Ben Jones
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