Laing Properties Ltd Acquires South Peak Homes Brand

Laing Properties is proud to announce the acquisition of the South Peak Homes brand. Laing Properties has been a recognised and trusted name in the housing industry for over 40 years, with over 8000 building relocations completed and 600+ new homes built. South Peak Homes will join Laing Properties (and previously acquired brand Genius Homes) in Canterbury, based out of the South Island’s largest purpose-built facility for the construction of prefabricated buildings and homes.

In recent years, New Zealand’s construction industry has faced significant challenges, including rising costs and market uncertainty. Through this period, both companies demonstrated resilience through sustainable business practices, consistently delivering high-quality, reliable outcomes for their clients. Now, with positive signs of recovery on the horizon — supported by recent reductions in the Official Cash Rate and new government initiatives aimed at boosting housing supply — the timing is ideal for this exciting combination.

Bringing together South Peak Homes’ innovative designs and deep local West Coast expertise with Laing Properties’ extensive resources will ensure they are positioned to offer greater value, long-term stability, and wider choice to customers right across the South Island.

The South Peak Homes brand will continue to thrive, focusing on delivering innovative, warm, dry, and affordable prefabricated homes well into the future. We look forward to building on this new chapter together.

From the Founders

"Bringing South Peak Homes into the Laing Properties Family is an important step in continuing our long-term commitment to quality prefabricated building across the South Island.

South Peak Homes has established a strong identity, particularly on the West Coast, through a focus on practical design, solid workmanship, and homes that perform in real New Zealand conditions. We have a great deal of respect for what the team has built over time, and our focus now is on supporting the brand to grow with confidence and stability.

By combining capabilities, experience, and scale, we see an opportunity to strengthen delivery, broaden housing options, and ensure South Peak Homes remains a trusted choice for Kiwi homeowners and commercial clients well into the future.”

“We’re incredibly proud of what South Peak Homes has achieved since founding the business in 2019. What started as a small family operation in Westport has grown into a respected South Island brand, delivering over 120 quality prefabricated homes and earning a strong reputation for well-designed, warm, durable, and affordable buildings, along with reliable full project management for both residential and commercial clients.

We are pleased to announce that the Laing family and Laing Properties Ltd will now take ownership of the South Peak Homes brand. With their extensive experience, significant resources, and long-standing commitment to quality prefabricated housing, we are confident that our high standards and innovative designs will continue to develop and thrive under their stewardship.

After careful consideration, we have decided this is the right time for us to pursue other business opportunities. We will work closely with the Laing team and all our clients throughout the transition to ensure everything is handled smoothly and professionally.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our customers, suppliers, contractors, and team members for your incredible support over the past five years. It has been a privilege to build alongside you. We are excited to see the South Peak Homes brand go from strength to strength under its new owners.”

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Operational Updates

Existing South Peak Homes clients can rest assured that they will continue to receive the same high standards of quality and service, now backed by enhanced manufacturing capacity and broader expertise. All current orders, warranties, and customer commitments will be fully honoured.

All buildings under construction at our Westport facilities will continue under the pre-existing contract terms and conditions.

Future building projects will be undertaken at Laing Properties headquarters in Rolleston, Canterbury. Clients who have signed contracts with South Peak Homes will still have their project completed in accordance with their agreed design, specifications, and pricing. Clients who have yet to sign a contract will have the option of including a Master Builders Guarantee for additional peace of mind should they opt for the Master Builders contract.

Client Enquiries

FAQs to support with enquiries can be found below. We have also directly contacted any clients impacted by the change of brand ownership. For any further enquiries, please find the best contact details below:

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• Existing South Peak Homes Clients:
  
  • Warranty Claims:
    
    • Paul Hayman
      
      • paul.h@southpeakhomes.co.nz
      • 027 2208437
  • Invoicing:
    
    • Claire Malaquin
      
      •  accounts@southpeakhomes.co.nz
      • ‍ 0272 148 581
  • Current order clients
    
    • Shannon Carlson:
      
      • ‍shannon.c@southpeakhomes.co.nz‍
      • 021 194 1890
    • Tracey Prattern: 
      
      •  tracey.p@southpeakhomes.co.nz
      • ‍ 021 925 871

• New Client Enquires:
  
  • sales@southpeakhomes.co.nz

Media Enquiries

Any media enquiries are to be forwarded directly to conley@laing.co.nz

FAQs

• Will my home still be built in South Peak Homes' factory in Westport?
• If your house is currently under construction, it will be completed at the Westport factory. Any houses yet to being construction will now be built at Laing Properties' facilities in Rolleston, Canterbury.
• What if my home was originally planned to be built on the Coast?
• For clients whose homes were originally intended for coastal construction and are now being built in Rolleston, Laing Properties will complete regular video walkthroughs during construction and upload ongoing progress photos to the client portal to ensure clients remain connected throughout the build.
• Will clients be able to visit Laing Properties?
• Clients who have signed an agreement, paid a Home Start Agreement or been presented with a contract offer will be invited to Laing Properties’ Head Office to meet Managing Director Myles Laing, the wider team, and to view the Rolleston facility.
• Will travel costs be supported?
• Upon signing an arrangement or novating a contract, Laing Properties will compensate clients to assist with expenses incurred for their first visit to Laing Properties offices.
• Will my design or specifications change?
• No. All construction and delivery costs remain unchanged, providing certainty and assurance to clients.
• What happens to my existing South Peak Homes contract?
• Should you choose to, your contract will be novated to Laing Properties Limited. Your agreed price, design, specifications, and scope will remain unchanged.
• Will my home still be delivered on schedule?
• Homes under construction will be delivered per the agreed schedule. However, if you choose to have your contract novated to Laing Properties Limited, the timeframe may change.
• I have received a contract from South Peak Homes but not yet signed it. Do I still sign this?
• You will sign a version of the same contract you have already been presented with, but with the contracting party now being Laing Properties. Alternatively you can opt to sign a Registered Master Builders contract with similar terms.
• Can I include a Master Builders Guarantee?
• Yes. You will have the option to include a Master Builders Guarantee for additional peace of mind should you opt for the Master Builders contract.
• Who do I contact for maintenance requests?
  
  • Paul Hayman
    
    • paul.h@southpeakhomes.co.nz
      
    • 027 220 8437
• Who do I contact regarding invoicing?
  
  • Claire Malaquin
    
    • accounts@southpeakhomes.co.nz
      
    • 0272 148 581
• Why has South Peak Homes been sold to new owners?
• New Zealand’s construction industry has faced significant challenges, including rising costs and market uncertainty. Through this period, both companies demonstrated resilience by optimising operations, streamlining processes, and consistently delivering high-quality, reliable outcomes for their clients. Now, with positive signs of recovery on the horizon — supported by recent reductions in the Official Cash Rate and new government initiatives aimed at boosting housing supply — the timing is ideal for this exciting combination. By bringing together South Peak Homes’ innovative designs and deep local West Coast expertise with Laing Properties’ extensive resources, more than 40 years of experience, and proven track record of delivering over 500 prefabricated homes, the combined business is even better positioned to offer greater value, long-term stability, and wider choice to customers right across the South Island. Existing South Peak Homes clients can rest assured that they will continue to receive the same high standards of quality and service, now backed by enhanced manufacturing capacity and broader expertise.
• Can Laing Properties provide financial reassurance?
• Yes. Laing Properties is happy to provide a letter of solvency from its accountant confirming that the company is not trading insolvently.
• Will I still receive a 12-month defect free guarantee and a 10-year structural guarantee?
• For any clients who have a house in production, or their house was completed within the previous 12 months, the South Peak Homes defect-free guarantee and 10-year structural guarantee will continue, per the details in the contract agreement. For new clients, this guarantee will be replaced by the Laing 1-Year Maintenance Guarantee, with an optional 10-Year Master Build Guarantee