How much is delivery?

Our friendly sales team can advise delivery costs across the North Island. 

Can I make changes to the plans?

The most cost-effective option is to pick one of our standard plans. However, we can make minor changes to an existing plan, or we can work together to custom design your ideal new home.

Does it include Foundations?

No. Foundations are generally a site specific engineered design therefore cannot be priced until they have been designed by the engineer.

Many transportable homes don’t include floor coverings, what about you?

Exeter Homes are proud to build your new home ready to live in: Floor coverings, painting and appliances are all included. Check out the full list on our Plans page.

What technical information do I need to know?

We realise it can seem like a daunting process to build a new home, but don’t worry, we’re here to help! Our Technical Information page is packed with details you may need to know; from geotech reports to service trenches. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please give us a call!

How long does it take for my house to be built and delivered?

One of our standard transportable home plans takes approximately three months from sign up until delivery. Custom plans will require extra time.

Are there any size restrictions on transportable homes?

The maximum size we can build a 1-piece move, is 7.2m wide by 18m long. If you require a larger home, visit our office to discuss how we can help.

Can you build our new home on our site?

Due to the inefficiency of building on site, we choose to only build in our yard and deliver to your site. By doing this we are able to complete your project faster saving you precious time and money.

What are your terms of payment?

Our terms of payment are structured over six progress payments:
1. A deposit of 10% is required to secure your new home, payable upon signing a building contract.
2. 7% is payable upon delivery of your materials.
3. 10% is payable upon completion of the floor structure.
4. 40% is then required upon completion of the pre line inspection.
5. 30% is then required upon completion of construction.
6. The final payment of 3% is due once your new home has been delivered to your site and secured to your foundations.

If there is anything that isn’t covered above, or on our process page, please get in touch.

Technical Information

This page will explain some of the more technical information related to purchasing transportable homes in New Zealand. We have included informative links where possible but if you’re unsure of anything, just call us for a chat.

Building Consents

Transportable homes in New Zealand require two different building consents. One of these we take care of; it means we can build your home in our yard in Rotorua. We call this the Yard Building Consent. The other consent goes through your local Council and means we can move a home onto your site. We call this your Local Building Consent. You can apply for this yourself with the help of a draughtsman. Your draughtsman will create a set of drawings showing where the house will be placed on your section and how it gets connected up to services like power and water. They will also make sure your new home meets all the local council rules. Every council has slightly different rules so working with someone in your area will ensure everything is just right. Most councils require some engineering reports such as Geotech to accompany the building consent. Your draughtsman may be able to help you with these, see below for more info. Once your draughtsman has all the information they need (including the reports explained below) they will lodge your consent with your local council. Your local council will usually require at least 20 working days to process your application for consent.

Geotechnical Assessment

Stormwater Assessment

Surveying

Delivery

Service Connections

Finishing Touches

Building Consents

Transportable homes in New Zealand require two different building consents. One of these we take care of; it means we can build your home in our yard in Rotorua. We call this the Yard Building Consent. The other consent goes through your local Council and means we can move a home onto your site. We call this your Local Building Consent. You can apply for this yourself with the help of a draughtsman. Your draughtsman will create a set of drawings showing where the house will be placed on your section and how it gets connected up to services like power and water. They will also make sure your new home meets all the local council rules. Every council has slightly different rules so working with someone in your area will ensure everything is just right. Most councils require some engineering reports such as Geotech to accompany the building consent. Your draughtsman may be able to help you with these, see below for more info. Once your draughtsman has all the information they need (including the reports explained below) they will lodge your consent with your local council. Your local council will usually require at least 20 working days to process your application for consent.

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If you still have any questions, or need more information, feel free to get in-touch with us.

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