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Buying and relocating a house involves many moving parts, so we’ve simplified the process. On select properties (look for ‘House + Shift’ in the listing), The Relocatable Home Co. includes Full Relocation as part of the package. This means the key stages of getting the house from its current site to your land are managed […]
Many homeowners come to us seeking a clear understanding of what their development projects realistically entail – especially regarding the necessary steps and planning. To shed light on this, we’re sharing the story of Frank and Sarah, a couple who chose on-site house shifting as a clever way to maximise the value of their existing […]
When your home no longer fits your lifestyle, the typical next steps are clear: renovate or sell and move. But what if there was another option – one that combines the best of both worlds? Enter Relocate and Renovate, or as we like to call it, R’n’R. This approach involves relocating a house (either your […]
Planning a relocatable home project involves more than just choosing the right house. To ensure the process runs smoothly, it’s essential to assess whether your property is suitable for relocation and understand local council regulations. This is where a Site Audit Report becomes invaluable. A Site Audit Report provides a comprehensive evaluation of your land, […]
In today’s housing market, relocating an existing home is becoming an increasingly popular and smart choice for many homeowners. This option offers several advantages over building a new house from scratch. If you’re considering your next home project this summer, here are some key reasons why relocating a house might be the perfect solution for […]
Considering purchasing land for relocating a house? Ordering a Site Audit Report from The Relocatable Home Co. is highly recommended for a successful project. Conducted by our experienced Licensed Building Practitioner Qualified Designers, it ensures your project begins on a solid foundation, and helps prevent situations where you invest in land only to find it […]
Minor dwellings are becoming more popular with New Zealanders, appealing to homeowners for their compact design and earning potential. Ranging from 30 to 70 sqm, these small homes can be added to your section as a secondary dwelling, to maximise functionality of your land. This blog explores the sizes of minor dwellings, their various uses […]
As part of the Building Consent process when relocating a home, local councils often require a Geotechnical Report for building developments. It provides valuable information about the geological and soil conditions at the site, which is used to design safe and effective foundations. A well-prepared Geotechnical Report can save time and money by identifying potential […]
The Relocatable Home Co. team is excited to share a success story featuring Sam and Nathan, who were in search of a cost-effective housing solution for their land in the Bay of Plenty. They wanted a modern and livable house that they could renovate both inside and outside at their own pace, turning it into […]
To tie down, or not to tie down… that is the question! One of the commonly asked questions when relocating a home from one site to another is ‘will my house shift when its moved’ or ‘will the wind move my house around’ once placed in its new location. This is where the process of […]
A property owner may subdivide and look to build as a way to grow personal wealth. This includes building on-site or purchasing a prefabricated option, both owners and investors during periods of high demand experience higher build prices or delays and may not get the character home they may be looking for. This is where […]
Newly-retired couple, Doug & Sue, are experienced savvy property investors who saw an opportunity to source a quality relocatable family home for the back section. They own a 607m2 sized property, which had a house located at the front. Their objective was to increase their equity in a cost-effective way and receive a cashflow positive […]
At the Relocatable House Co., we cater for requirements of an extensive database of buyers; including first-home buyers, owner-occupiers with spare land, renovators and investors. Amongst our interested buyers and customers, different levels of knowledge and experience exists relating to the process of relocating a house. Some people reach out to us to get the […]
When helping plan for house relocations with our clients, it’s not uncommon to receive queries or concerns about the perceived inability of accessing a section of land… “the section is behind another house, will access even be possible?” “we have a narrow driveway… surely, there is no way of getting a house down here!” The […]
As the leading provider of professional services to the relocation industry, The Relocatable House Co is now offering houses as a Full Relocation Package! The package includes everything you require from a professional relocation specialist to get your house from A to B. We are excited about this as we are making it even easier […]
As Marketing Manager I find it quite important to get a good understanding of what is going on in each part of the business. This morning I experience what our Operations Manager, Justin, does. An on-site shift in which Justin takes care of the Project Management. The main job for the project manager is done […]
