Our Process
Our Process
Welcome to Zelo, where we’ve perfected a process that’s as effortless as it is rewarding. Here’s how it works:

Let’s Talk
Start by speaking with a Zelo Consultant about your new minor dwelling or granny flat. We’ll guide you through your options, identify the most suitable plans for your site, and recommend the best Service Option for your needs. As part of this stage, we’ll also provide you with a Site Plan showing how your Zelo may be located on your site. Initial advice will also include, free of charge, information on council regulations, suitability around topography, access, and other key factors – giving you a clear understanding of what’s possible on your property.

You Choose
Confirm your preferred plan and personalise it with your choice of finishes. Our pre-designed colour schemes, curated by a leading interior designer, make it easy to achieve a beautifully coordinated look. Once you’ve finalised your choices and selected your preferred Service Option, simply place your order and pay a small deposit to get started.

We Craft
Your home takes shape in our high precision, offsite facility. This controlled environment ensures optimal quality and efficiency without the typical site delays caused by weather or logistics. Most builds take just 8 weeks, and we’ll keep you updated along the way. We’ll let you know once your new Zelo is complete and ready to roll!
You Choose
Select from our array of pre-designed plans, tailored to suit a variety of tastes and lifestyles. Then, personalise your home with our range of upgrades, adding those special touches that make it uniquely yours. Decide which of our two Service Options suits you best. Once you're satisfied, confirm your selections including your delivery or collection preference, place your order and pay a small deposit so we can get underway – it's as simple as that.

We Craft
Your new home takes shape in our state-of-the-art facilities. Crafted offsite, our homes benefit from controlled environments, ensuring precision and quality every step of the way. Experience the benefits of offsite manufacturing firsthand – minimal disruption, no weather delays, and maximum efficiency. Typically this stage takes around 8 weeks. When your home is nearing completion, we’ll be in touch.

We Can Deliver
Choose how you want your new home to be transported on-site. Opt for our seamless delivery service, or manage this aspect yourself.


Choose your plan and then take charge of your project yourself. Collect, or arrange shipping, of your completed home from our yard once it’s ready.
Engage our experienced Property Development Consultants to receive expert guidance right from the start. They’ll review your land, offer recommendations for your new home’s onsite location, and provide advice on what you’ll need to do to prepare your site prior to and post-delivery.
Leave every detail to us with our comprehensive service option. From start to finish, we handle it all. Our team will help determine the best location for your new home, review zoning and drainage requirements and even assist you with selecting final finishes and upgrades. Once your home is ready, we’ll take care of delivery, installation, and ensure all your connections are up and working. We’ll even build you a deck, so you can sit back, relax, and reflect on how your new home was brought to life – hassle-free and with expert precision.
Choose Preferred Service
With Zelo’s Supply Only Contract, choose your plan and take control – handle consents, transportation, installation and connections yourself. We’ll take care of the offsite build and notify you when your new Zelo is ready for collection from our yard!
If you live in the Auckland region, you might like to choose Zelo’s Complete Care Contract. With this option you can leave every detail to us with our comprehensive service package. From start to finish, we handle it all. Our team will help determine the best location for your new home, review zoning and drainage requirements and assist you with selecting final finishes and upgrades. Once your home is ready, we’ll take care of delivery, installation, and ensure all your connections are up and working. We’ll even build you a deck—so you can sit back, relax, and appreciate how effortlessly your new home was brought to life, with quality and care at every step.
Comprehensive Guarantees for Peace of Mind
Smart, Fast and Built To Last!
- Fixed Build Price Guarantee
- 10 Year Weathertightness Guarantee
- 10 Year Structural Guarantee
- 12 Month Maintenance Guarantee
Consent Requirements
With the new government legislation regarding Granny Flats and Minor Dwellings, you may no longer require a building consent. Depending on your site, a resource consent may also be needed. As part of your free Proposal, our specialist team will confirm exactly what consents you need , and identify any areas that may require further investigation. We’ll also show how your preferred Zelo design will fit on your site. Request your no-cost, no-obligation Proposal today.
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Choosing the Best Combination of Materials
We are committed to selecting the finest materials for our homes, consulting with industry experts to achieve exceptional quality and durability. For example, while many competitors use steel framing throughout, including subfloors that can rust when exposed to weather, we prefer conventional treated timber for our subfloors. This material has proven its longevity over centuries. For internal framing, where protection from the elements is assured, we use galvanised steel due to its lightweight and stable characteristics.
Best Workmanship Practices
We are dedicated to high standards of workmanship. Every home we build exceeds the requirements of the New Zealand Building Code, ensuring a minimum of 50 years of structural durability.
Need Help with Finance?
Our friends at Rocket Mortgages are experts in securing finance for new modular homes and minor dwellings. Navigating the funding side of purchasing pre-fabricated homes can be complex, but Rocket Mortgages can make the process seamless and stress-free. Their team of financial specialists will assist you at every step, ensuring you have the support you need to achieve your property goals.
Thinking of Subdividing?
The team at Zelo has extensive experience in subdivisions and is here to make the process simple and stress-free. Whether you're looking to subdivide when you first purchase your Zelo, or decide to explore that option later on, our experts will guide you through every step with clear advice and support. Our Subdivision Specialists can help you understand the costs involved and if required, can manage the entire land subdivision process from start to finish.
Need Assistance?
Our specialised team is here to help, every step of the way. From zoning regulations to site optimization, we can offer expert guidance to ensure your project is a success.