FAQs tagged with 'Manufacturing & QA'

HouseMe homes come with commercial-grade carpet in the main living areas and commercial-grade vinyl flooring in wet areas such as the kitchen and bathroom. The specific flooring type and style may vary by unit, with a mix of different carpet and vinyl options used.

We cannot supply a home without suitable floor coverings, as this is required to meet NZ Building Code standards.

Yes, the tiny houses are made with NZ-made Colorsteel EPS & PIR panels. This 100mm thick 'sandwich panel' comprises pre-painted steel skins over a fire retardant-treated Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) core. All new homes are built to meet the latest H1 insulation standards. We tailor our new homes to meet the specific climate zone where your new home will be situated.

We operate NZ's largest off-site manufacturing facility so due to 'Work Safe' requirements, you are unable to simply turn up on-site. However, if you book an appointment, we are happy to discuss and show you the progress of your transportable home. We can email photo updates if required.

Even though the units only take 3-4 weeks to build, our lead time varies but is generally forecasted to 8-10 weeks from deposit to delivery.
Our lead time can fluctuate depending on the volume of orders, so it is always best to check in for an updated time frame. We can delay your delivery with plenty of notice. We do not store units free of charge. Please anticipate a longer lead time if you require a complete on-site consent process.

We are often asked this question if there are challenges with access and the short answer is No.
All of our transportable homes are constructed in our purpose-built factory and are complete when delivered to you. This is quite normal for prefab homes. Chat to the team about alternatives with delivery such as crane or hiab lifts.

All HouseMe homes are proudly built in New Zealand at our two factories at 23 Inlet Road, Takanini — the country’s largest off-site manufacturing facility for transportable homes.

Every single HouseMe unit is constructed, inspected, and delivered from this site. Our controlled factory environment ensures consistent quality, faster build times, and full compliance with the New Zealand Building Code. Each home is issued with a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC) before leaving the factory.

We also have show home locations and offices around the country where you can walk through our designs and meet the team. These sites are for viewing and sales only — all homes are built and transported directly from our Takanini facility.

A very long time.

Every HouseMe home is built using the same materials and methods as a standard New Zealand house — fully compliant with the New Zealand Building Code. That means your home is designed and constructed to last 50 years or more under normal conditions, just like any other new home.

We use galvanised steel chassis, SIP (Structural Insulated Panel) construction, and quality fittings and finishes built to handle New Zealand’s climate. Our homes are council-consented, certified, and issued with a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC) — giving you the same legal protection and peace of mind as a traditional build.

With basic care and maintenance, your HouseMe home will easily last for decades.