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Behind Whanganui Renovation Company is a practical, experienced team that cares about doing the job properly.
Our work is built on clear communication, honest advice, reliable follow-through, and a high standard of workmanship. From early conversations and planning through to site coordination and finishing details, we bring a hands-on approach to residential building work and take real pride in the homes we help improve.
Together with sister company Viking Built Wanganui, the wider team brings depth of experience across projects big and small — from renovations and additions through to high-end new builds. That means homeowners can feel confident they are working with builders who understand both the day-to-day realities of improving existing homes and the broader demands of more ambitious residential projects.
Sandon Mcmeeking
Sandon leads Whanganui Renovation Company and brings 10 years of trade experience to the business. He plays a central role in guiding projects from first enquiry through to final delivery, with a strong focus on communication, reliability, and quality workmanship.
Sandon’s approach is grounded and straightforward. He understands that for many homeowners, the building process can feel overwhelming, especially when poor planning or poor communication have been concerns in the past. That is why he places so much emphasis on being clear, responsive, and easy to deal with throughout the life of a project.
He works closely with clients to understand what they are trying to achieve, offer practical input, and help shape a process that feels organised and well handled from the outset.
Director / Qualified Builder
Richard Singleton
Richard leads sister company Viking Built Wanganui and brings 25 years of trade experience across a wide range of residential building projects. His long-standing experience adds valuable depth to the wider team, particularly across larger, more complex, and more bespoke residential work.
Together, Richard and Sandon bring broad capability across renovations, extensions, and selected higher-end new builds. Their close working relationship means clients benefit from shared experience, trusted collaboration, and a practical understanding of how to deliver quality outcomes across different project types.
Richard’s involvement also strengthens the link between WRC and Viking Built Wanganui, giving the business broader capability while keeping Whanganui Renovation Company focused on the renovation and improvement work it is best known for.
Director, Viking Built Wanganui
Nathan
Nathan is a second-year apprentice builder with a strong interest in hands-on craftsmanship, including hobby woodworking. He is developing his trade skills within the team while contributing to projects with care, attention, and a willingness to learn.
His interest in detailed practical work is a natural fit for residential building, where finishing, precision, and problem solving all matter. As part of the team, he helps bring energy, commitment, and a genuine respect for quality work on site.
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AL
Al is a second-year apprentice builder who brings practical experience from four years running his own handyman business. That background gives him a useful understanding of residential repair, maintenance, and improvement work, along with a practical mindset on site.
His previous hands-on experience adds versatility to the team and supports the kind of problem solving that often matters in renovation work. He brings a grounded, can-do approach and is continuing to build on that experience within the wider team environment.
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