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We Love Questions!
Before working with us, our clients usually have all sorts of questions for us.
To make your life easier, we’ve compiled all the most common questions into a single place, and we’ve tried to provide clear answers to all of them. If you have a question that isn’t on the list, give us a call so we can give you an answer.
Flexicube FAQ
No, under new rules, a standalone granny flat or tiny home up to 70m² no longer requires a building or resource consent, provided they meet specific design and safety criteria.
Flexicube homes come fully comply with the NZ Building Code.
Find out more here - https://www.flexicube.co.nz/build-without-consent (https://www.flexicube.co.nz/build-without-consent)
Yes, we supply reverse cycle heat pumps with our builds.
Yes. All builds are highly insulated and include a moisture barrier which prevents ‘container sweats’ or condensation build up on the inside of the container.
Double glazing is also standard in all of our homes.
Most homes take approximately 12 - 16 weeks from order to delivery depending on the size of the home, customisations and the exisiting production queue.
We normally include free delivery to most of the main centres throughout NZ. We can provide quotes for delivery outside of the main centres.
We can customise any of our standard plans or build to your design and budget.
We only use ‘Single Trip’ A-Grade containers for our homes rather than old ‘cargo worthy’ containers ensuring you get the best quality product.
Flexicube homes come with compliance certificates for council and in some cases no approval is required.
We recommend speaking to your local council to discuss the requirements for your area or get in touch with us on 0800 227 033
‘20ft’ Containers are 6m x 2.4m (approx. 15sqm)
‘40ft’ Containers are 12,m x 2.4m (approx. 29sqm)
Ceiling heights are a minimum of 2.5m
We have a range of affordable options to suit any budget including custom builds.
Please email us at info@flexicube.co.nz or call 0800 227 033 for more info.
Yes. These can be gas or electric depending on your preference.
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Depending on your location and local requirements, there are many different options available including fully certified footings systems. It can be as simple as using sleepers or concrete blocks, timber/steel posts (4-6 req) or engineered, NZ Code approved alternatives. Please contact us for more info.
Yes. We can provide a range of Grid Tied or full Off-Grid solar power packages depending on your needs. Please see our Off-Grid page.
Yes. Composting toilets are available as a special option.
Viewings are by appointment only. Please call us on 0800 227 033 or email us at info@flexicube.co.nz to arrange an inspection.
Flexicube's range from 15 to 60 sqm (or larger for custom builds) so do not require building or resource consent.
View our full range of builds here - https://www.flexicube.co.nz/our-homes (https://www.flexicube.co.nz/our-homes)
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