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Daniel Hicks has always had a practical turn of mind and for some reason is drawn to technology related to water.
That passion encouraged him to become a life member of the Auckland Steam Engine Society and acquire a backyard full of steam engines.
Recently he took over ownership of Splash Water Specialists, based at 31 Woodcocks Road, after working as a service technician there for almost a decade.
The business specialises in the supply, installation and maintenance of water pumping and filtration systems, swimming pools, spa pools, water tanks, spray equipment and water blasters.
Daniel says when the opportunity came to buy the business from previous owners Owen and Sandra Becroft he did not hesitate.
“I already know the business and customers well, and my aim is to continue to give customers great service,” he says.
To that end, Splash Water Specialists concentrates on the supply of high quality products and delivering top-notch service.
“We want products that last and our customers to be happy,” he says
Daniel adds that he was born and bred in Warkworth and it’s nice to keep the business in local hands.
His local interests include being on the steering committee of The Jane Gifford Restoration Trust and the historic steamboats that cruise the Mahurangi River, one of which he owns.
Every other year he organises a gathering of steam boat and steam engine enthusiasts at the wharf in Warkworth.
Although Daniel has never owned a business before, he says he’s encouraged by the reaction of customers who have been extremely supportive.
“Customers have been so positive. It makes me feel I did the right thing,” he says
