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ARE YOU A CARPENTER WANTING TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS?

If you want to be independent and grow a successful building business, this is the opportunity for you.

Build your legacy with an NZ Proud business in your local community.

NZ Proud is NZ’s leading property improvement specialist created by talented Kiwi builders, founded on a passion for the result and lasting craftsmanship.

Step into a business built to succeed, backed by a leading brand with all the tools, processes and ongoing support to hit the ground running and shape your future.

We exclusively seek out and partner with qualified and experienced carpenters like you. No business experience is required because we believe that your expertise as a craftsman is the foundation of a successful venture.

With the unwavering support of our NZ Proud National team, you'll have everything you need to run a thriving and exceptional business.

If you’re a driven carpenter looking to own your future, enquire now.

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WHY BUILD YOUR LEGACY WITH
NZ PROUD?

Be backed with confidence by a strong and trusted award-winning brand with all the tools, processes and ongoing support to hit the ground running.

Proven Business

Leverage a proven, sustainable business model to run your own business in your local region

Take the ground work out of launching your business with all of the foundations already established

Established
Systems

Launch with established tools and processes you’ll need to hit the ground running

Step into a network of trusted suppliers and third party professionals

Ongoing
Support

Receive comprehensive training and ongoing business support from a dedicated team to support you throughout your entire business journey

Benefit from training assets such as admin, HR, health & safety, quantity surveying and support from accounting and legal professionals

Join a supportive network of talented builders who are NZ Proud business owners

Backed by
the Brand

Be backed with confidence by a strong and trusted award-winning brand

Enjoy direct access to our in-house Architecture design studio that strengthens your business offering

Benefit from our relationships, and strong brand recognition to support your sales pipeline

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What support do we get as business owners?

As an NZ Proud business owner, you can rest easy knowing we have taken care of planning and execution. You don't have to have business experience, we will support you with all of the business needs so you are set up for success. Our NZ Proud Business System has been developed and refined over many years, ensuring streamlined workflows for every service we offer.  

From launch and throughout your business lifetime you will have the unwavering support of our NZ Proud National team, providing you with everything you'll need to run a thriving and exceptional business. 

Not only do you join our brand, when you join NZ Proud, you are backed by a thriving network of like-minded professionals within the NZ Proud Business Owner Community.

How long does the application to ownership process take?

We have a simple application process to progress you into ownership of your own building business. It will take between two to three months from your first contact with NZ Proud through to new business ownership.

We include three stages:

● Stage 1: is about spending time getting to know you and presenting the NZ Proud Business Package (approx 2 weeks)

● Stage 2: dives deeper into all the details we need before we begin the set up process. (approx 2 weeks)

● Stage 3: finalises the franchise purchase as we move you into the on-boarding process. (approx 2 weeks)

From here, on-boarding your new business will take approximately three to four weeks, and at this point you will have everything you need to hit the ground running.

What sets NZ Proud apart from the competition?

NZ Proud is New Zealand's leading property improvement specialist, founded on a passion for exceptional results and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. We are dedicated to supporting qualified carpenters and craftsmen who aspire to build successful businesses of their own.

We proudly champion our business owners who are all qualified carpenters, providing specialist property improvement services to kiwis across the country.

Do I need to have business experience to start an NZ Proud business?

We exclusively seek out and partner with qualified and experienced carpenters like you. No business experience is required because we believe that your expertise as a craftsman is the foundation of a successful venture. Our thorough selection process ensures that only the best carpenters join us, guaranteeing the delivery of impeccable projects. With the dedicated support of our NZ Proud National team, you'll have everything you need to run a thriving and exceptional business.

Can I select the location where I open my business?

We have many territories available throughout Aotearoa. Our goal is to ensure new business owners have a connection to their local community. If you’ve lived most of your life in the region you’re going to open your business in, it will be a natural advantage.

What is a property improvement business?

NZ Proud Property Improvements specialise in transforming the way our clients use their property, and are experts at working within existing structures to create new and exceptional, award winning spaces. 

Our service portfolio includes:

  1. Extensions & Alterations - Consented large projects that dramatically alter the interior design and plan of a home, and/or extending an existing property to add the most value to our customers home and lifestyle.
  2. Minor Works Renovations & Upgrades - Bathrooms, kitchens, garage conversions, and upgrades to cladding systems, aluminum joinery and more.
  3. Landscaping - Decks, fences, retaining, and full design and build packages to improve the quality and functionality of outdoor spaces.
  4. Separate Dwellings - Studios, garages, sheds and self-contained flats.
  5. Preliminary Packages and Advice - Feasibility, Concept Design and Preliminary Pricing packages for initial planning and budget management. We also provide professional advice to assist all our customers' needs.
  6. Design to Completion - We partner with Pou Architecture, a cutting-edge architectural studio who work in-house with our team to create innovative solutions to maximise the function and enjoyment of kiwi homes.
How much will purchasing a NZ Proud business cost?

The costs involved in starting your NZ Proud business are broken down in more detail at your first meeting. We’ll provide you with a comprehensive NZ Proud Business Package and Disclosure Document with all you need to know to make an informed decision to start your business journey.

JOIN AN AWARD WINNING BRAND

When you join NZ Proud you join an established, award-winning brand. Benefit from our strong brand recognition and reputation that strengthens your business opportunities.

GOld

GOLD
Registered Master Builders House of the Year

Gold is awarded for achieving at least 90% of the available points and our craft judged to be at least 80% above industry standard. Here are our results.

GOLD - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2021
Renovation up to $500k category | Wellington & Wairarapa

GOLD - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2020
Renovation up to $500k category | Wellington & Wairarapa

Silver

SILVER
Registered Master Builders House of the Year

Silver is awarded for achieving at least 82.5% of the available points and our craft judged to be at least 65% above industry standard. Here are our results.

SILVER - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2023
New home $750k-$1m category | Wellington & Wairarapa

SILVER - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2023
Renovation up to $750k category | Wellington & Wairarapa

BRONZE

BRONZE
Registered Master Builders House of the Year

Bronze is awarded for achieving at least 75% of the available points and our craft judged to be at least 50% above industry standard. Here are our results.

BRONZE - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2023
Renovation up to $750k category |  Wellington & Wairarapa

Regional

REGIONAL CATEGORY WINNER
Registered Master Builders House of the Year

Regional Category Winner is awarded to the highest-scoring Gold Award Winner. Here are our results.

REGIONAL CATEGORY WINNER - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2021
Renovation up to $500k category |  Wellington & Wairarapa

REGIONAL CATEGORY WINNER - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2020
Renovation up to $500k category |  Wellington & Wairarapa

TOP 100

TOP 100
Registered Master Builders House of the Year

Top 100 is awarded to the top 100 homes in the country  each year. Here are our results.

TOP 100 - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2021
National Finalist | New Zealand

TOP 100 - Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2020
National Finalist | New Zealand

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