CHECKLIST

Below is a checklist to help you with the planning of your Transbuild home and ensure that you address all requirements. These details will be covered off in conjunction with our team as your project develops.
Please note Transbuild pricing includes code of compliance certificate for the building, the site consent will be costed as we develop that for you.
If you are unsure of any part of the process or would like to discuss it further, call us on 0800 460 307.

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KNOW YOUR SITE LOCATION

Knowing the ease of access and complexity of your building site is critical for us to advise of any transport charges.
A site visit is likely to be required.

UNDERSTAND YOUR SITE REQUIREMENTS

A large building combined with a complex building site might require a crane, do you have room for two trucks and your preferred Transbuild building size?
Some things to consider:

Rural vs residential
Commercial vs personal
Primary vs secondary dwelling

If required, book an appointment with your local council planner for further clarification and advice for delivery day.

SITE PREPARATION

The most cost effective option for site preparation is to engage local contractors.
Send us your address and we can sense check via satellite/GIS maps.

1. Foundations

Once you are a ‘live job’ we will advise a simple foundation plan for a builder to follow.
Client must have this completed before delivery.

2. Power

Electric 16 or 32 AMP or solar options; bear in mind your preference for appliances.
Electrical site works can be completed after building delivered.

3. Plumbing and drainage

Standard residential connections used and drainage is required. Waste connections through floor or back wall.
Work could commence as soon as building is placed on foundations.

4. Water

If you don’t have an existing source, purchase tank(s) and pump. Units have 1x inlet valve, it’s that easy.

5. Waste Water

Drainlayer/plumber to connect to existing system otherwise new septic system required.

BUDGET

Understand your site development costs so you have clear budget allocation left for the build.
Our builds don’t go over budget (unless you make it).

BUILDING SIZE

You will need to know your ideal building size to ensure that it will fit onto the site.
Refer our residential floor plans and specifications for more details.

ALLOW DELIVERY TIME

We suffer from the Christmas rush as well, start your project in June/July to avoid disappointment!
Allow approximately two months build time for transportable buildings built to code.
Assume an additional 5 - 8 weeks for council consent process and logistics on top of build time.

LIVE JOB DEPOSIT

Once you approve your quote, and pay a deposit we will supply all the required plans for any site works and consents and advise you of a target manufacturing completion date.

Use this summary to check off that you have addressed all requirements for your potential site, let us know if you have any questions.

INDICATIVE COSTINGS

What else do you need to know to get your site organised?
We have developed the following list as an indication of what the total cost could be for you when you purchase a transportable building.
Please note, every site is different so you must engage with local suppliers in regards to getting more accurate quotes.

Site costs:
Engineering consultants: $2-3,000
Geotech: $2,500
Bio septic: $15,000
Water tanks/pump (rural): $10,000
Power to site (close to existing source): $2,000
Piles/foundations: $5-12,000
Plan supplied as part of architect site plan. You will need to engage a local builder to provide cost estimate.
Note: If your building requires house removal truck for delivery, their transport cost will include doing the piles the day they deliver the building.

Costs to consider:

Decks
Driveway
Parking
Landscaping

Transit Insurance
Transit insurance covers your building for delivery. You must organise personal contents to commence the day/moment that your building is lowered on your piles. Companies have different policies so check their requirements for construction insurance vs home and contents for a transportable building and the timeframe before you move in.

Code of Compliance after delivery
Transbuild will supply all documentation required for your building with your build.
In regards to your site, make sure to get statements of work from all your local trades people documenting the completed work on your site (gas, electrical to connect to mains power, drain layer, plumber).
We recommend you apply for this compliance as soon as your site works are complete so that you don’t risk this lapsing.

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